Permissions Advisor

* Help regulate the use of conservation land and interactions with our wildlife.
* Work across a diverse and interesting range of applications throughout the country.
* Full time, fixed term until 30 June 2026 based in Hamilton CBD with flexible working options.
Te Oranga o te Ao Turoa | Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa The Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature across Aotearoa.
When nature thrives, we all thrive.
He angitutanga | About the role Most activities on public conservation land including interactions with protected wildlife, marine mammals, or marine reserves, require approval from DOC.
Our Permissions team members, located in Hamilton, Dunedin, Christchurch and Hokitika, process these applications.
We help to ensure that activities occurring on public conservation land are undertaken in a manner that protects the values of the land and complies with the legislation.
As a Permissions Advisor you'll have a busy caseload, and you certainly won't be bored as each application is very different to the next
We receive applications from a wide range of individuals and business owners who have an interest in using DOC land or some type of interaction with protected wildlife; such as tourism operators, other government agencies, land developers and many others.
You'll work as the lead contact supporting applicants throughout the application process including: pre-application discussions, critical assessment of the application and ensuing that it adheres to legislation, conservation policy and strategies, and submitting reports for a final decision.
You'll be responsible for ensuring a robust process is followed and enforceable contracts are issued to those using the land.
A great aspect of this role is certainly the relationships you'll get to build with various stakeholder groups and industries; and you'll be joining a really strong, collaborative team who pride themselves on producing professional and high-quality outputs.
This is a full time, fixed term role until 30 June 2026, based in Hamilton CBD.
Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experience required * Experience working with a planning and or legislative processes.
* Experience working with relevant conservation legislation.
* Experience analysing large amounts of complex information to produce high quality reports and succinct recommendations.
* Experience and skilled in managing a busy caseload.
Tono inaianei | Apply now Apply online with a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant skills, experience and motivation for applying for this role.
Please note, due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to accept direct or emailed applications and provide feedback to those not shortlisted.
The salary range for this position is $68,535- $86,423 with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience.
If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do let us know.
Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory – this includes holding a valid work visa that overs the whole period of employment.
Recruitment agencies: please note, due to high volumes we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role.
Depending on the volume of applications received, we may close this advertisement early, please submit your application as soon as possible.
Ra katinga | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Sunday, 9 March 2025 Me he patai ano | For further enquiries, contact Chris Rothery, Permissions Team Lead, on ****** Taupanga | Job reference: DOC/1844704