Manager Risk Assessment, Food and Social Systems

2 weeks ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time
Mō te tūnga | The role

We are looking for a Manager Risk Assessment and Social Systems to support our Risk assessment and Social Systems teams, based in Christchurch.


In this role you will be involved in: leading a substantive group of scientists working in environmental health, social systems, food safety, chemistry, and risk assessment. The Risk Assessment and Social Systems team provide scientific services and undertake research for a wide variety of clients, but principally for the Ministry of Health, Ministry for Primary Industries and the food industry (via the New Zealand Food Safety Science and Research Centre), Public Health Agency and Te Whatu Ora (Health New Zealand), and local government.
Mōu | About you

To be successful in this role you will have:

  • Extensive experience in leading multi-disciplinary science teams located at different sites.
  • Experience in leading and developing relationships across the science sector and with clients and stakeholders.
  • Experience in science communication and able to translate scientific information to a nontechnical audience.
  • A strong scientific background and a tertiary qualification and experience in a relevant science discipline.
  • An ability to travel domestically on a regular basis.
Ngā painga | The benefits

  • Varied and interesting work with a chance to meaningfully contribute to the wellbeing of New Zealanders.
  • An exciting and diverse work environment.
  • You'll receive ongoing personal development, as well as access to a Southern Cross group health insurance membership scheme.
  • You will be working with a dedicated, supportive and passionate team of people who take pride in the quality of their work.
  • Great worklife flexibility.
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