Job details
| Job reference: | DOC/100026005HAM |
|---|---|
| Location: | Hamilton |
| Date posted: | 03-May-2023 |
| Application close date: | 17-May-2023 |
| Attachments: | Role Description – Technical Advisor Freshwater.pdf (PDF, 223KB)Job Specification |
- Contribute and influence meaningful conservation outcomes for freshwater species and ecosystems.
- Utilise your freshwater technical and scientific expertise.
- Four weeks + three days annual leave per year pro-rata, flexible working options.
Toitū te marae a Tāne-Mahuta, toitū te marae a Tangaroa, toitū te tangata
If the land is well and the sea is well, the people will thrive
Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and sustain nature across Aotearoa. We put nature and people at the heart of our mahi, guided by te reo Māori, te ao Māori and Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We do this by:
- protecting land, species, ecosystems, and cultural heritage for conservation purposes
- managing threats and adverse impacts
- being a voice for conservation
- connecting people to nature.
He angitūtanga | About the role
We currently have two opportunities available as Technical Advisor to join our highly motivated team of technical and scientific specialists. In these roles you will utilise your technical skillset to work on some of the more complex and challenging conservation issues facing Aotearoa, New Zealand. The overarching focus of the roles is to lead, engage and influence on the protection and recovery of aquatic species and ecosystems across freshwater domains.
Your work will help us tackle some big issues, such as freshwater biosecurity and pest management, management of migratory species and how we can effectively leverage relevant legislation, including knowledge of Resource Management Act processes to inform and support our work.
These roles have close links to our biodiversity and operations teams, so you’ll have the opportunity to leverage their knowledge to support successful programme implementation. You will also tap into the wider sector stakeholder network and engage with research providers to support the delivery of our work programmes.
The positions are fast paced, often reactive and require extensive engagement with others. You will partner with Councils, iwi, hapu, whānau as well as with other central and local government agencies and stakeholders to achieve greater conservation outcomes.
Both positions are permanent, ideally based in Hamilton, Christchurch, or Wellington, however we will consider alternative locations in New Zealand for the right candidate.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience
To make an impact in these positions, you will be solution focused and have a passion for the conservation and sustainable management of aquatic species and ecosystems across freshwater domains. Coupled with a strategic mindset and sound operational delivery experience, you will thrive working with a broad stakeholder group to deliver work programmes.
We want to hear from you if you have:
- demonstrated project/ research/ contract management experience
- experience in freshwater ecology, biosecurity, freshwater policy and RMA processes and/ or management of freshwater species and habitats and knowledge of relevant legislation
- previous experience working with, mentoring, and training peer groups with a freshwater ecology speciality
- knowledge of the Resource Management Act, Freshwater Fisheries Regulations and Conservation Act and experience of and understanding of environmental Court processes
- strong relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills, including a track record of influencing, negotiating and collaborating with a broad stakeholder group
- tech savvy with excellent written communication and presenting skills
- experience planning, leading, and managing cross-functional projects, meeting timeframes and budgets.
Desirable skills, experience and qualifications:
- experience working in partnership with iwi and understanding of tikanga Māori and mātauranga Māori
- tertiary qualification in freshwater ecology or other relevant field
- knowledge and understanding of the RMA and planning processes.
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What’s in it for you?
Te Papa Atawhai is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that represents the communities we serve, creating an inclusive workplace culture, supporting the relationship between Māori and the Crown, and lifting our cultural capability. We encourage our people to bring their authentic self and unique perspectives to work, in pursuit of our collective aspirations. Our commitment to well-being and professional development includes:
- flexible working opportunities suited to your role
- career development, secondment and training opportunities to help you realise your goals
- study assistance in programmes that are relevant to your work
- discounted medical insurance and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- great discounts on DOC accommodation and outdoor apparel and gear so you’re ready for your next adventure.
Te Papa Atawhai is committed to a diverse workforce that represents the communities we serve, and to creating an inclusive workplace culture.
Tono ināianei | Apply now
Apply online via the DOC Careers Centre with a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant skills experience and motivation for joining Te Papa Atawhai.
The salary range for this position is $85,757 to $109,578 with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience.
Please note that we may begin shortlisting as we receive applications. We encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time.
Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory – this includes holding a valid work visa that covers the whole period of employment.
Rā katinga | Applications close at 5 pm on Wednesday, 17 May 2023.
Me he pātai anō | Further enquiries contact Annie Colebrook at acolebrook@doc.govt.nz.
Taupānga | Job Reference: 1000/26005.
