Department of Conservation (DOC) Looking for Inspector at Whakatane, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand Full Time

• Take advantage of a range of development and training opportunities across the organisation.
• Four weeks + three days annual leave per year pro-rata, flexible working options.
• Permanent full-time, either Whakatane, Tauranga or Rotorua based.

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

With a large variety of recreation, historic, and biodiversity assets to manage, we are always on the lookout for skilled professionals who can ensure that our assets are being managed well and maintained to a safe standard. Our assets include huts, campgrounds, tracks, bridges and wharves.

As an Asset Inspector with the Department of Conservation, you will play a critical role in the maintenance of our facilities and protecting our natural environment. You will be responsible for verifying that our tracks, huts, and structures are up to standard. You will work with district offices, providing support and assistance as they carry out their field work.

This role will see you support the Eastern North Island region, from Wairoa on the East Cape, through to Whakatane, Tauranga and Rotorua. Travel across the region will be required, as well as some overnight and multiday trips away from home.

Some of the locations you’ll be working in each day include the Whirinaki Te Pua-a-Tāne Conservation Park, Kaimai Mamaku Conservation Park, Karangahake Gorge, and the Rotorua Lakes. This is a unique opportunity to make one of these historical locations your workplace!

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

To succeed in this role, you will need to have a passion for conservation or recreation in the outdoors, as well as outdoor experience, excellent fitness, and self-awareness. You should also have some practical experience with the types of assets that you would be assessing.

Above all, you should be an organised, self-starter who is passionate about making a difference.

If you have the following attributes, we are keen to hear from you:

• Experience with reporting and data entry using mobile phone apps and computer systems.
• Comfortable working in the back country, often alone.
• Ability to build relationships with other DOC staff (Asset Planners and Engineers).
• Time management and prioritising tasks.
• Comfortable with travel across the Eastern North Island region and overnight trips.
• Full New Zealand driver licence.

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
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and discounted medical insurance
• great discounts on DOC accommodation and outdoor apparel and gear so you’re ready for your next adventure.

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 $58,314 to $73,401 with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience.

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 Tuesday 14 November 2023

Me he pātai anō | For Further enquiries contact Sarah Perks at [email protected]

Taupānga | Job reference: DOC/1755632