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Project Manager - Biosecurity at Land Information New Zealand, Christchurch Project Manager - BiosecurityDiverse and interesting Biosecurity Programme,Project management opportunity, help preserve and protect our environment,Our team manages around 2 million hectares of Crown lands and waterways across New Zealand including many of our treasured lakes and rivers and the South Island high country that contains some of New Zealand's most threatened species and habitats.
We manage a comprehensive aquatic and terrestrial biosecurity programme to mitigate the threat of invasive plants and pests.We are looking for someone who is passionate about protecting and enhancing Crown land for existing and future generations.
This is your opportunity to use your project and relationship management skills to implement the delivery of the biosecurity programme across New Zealand.
You'll enjoy working in a collaborative team environment and connecting with a range of internal and external stakeholders, Iwi and technical subject matter experts.This role will report to the Leader of Crown Property Specialist Support and will work closely with the wider Crown Property team.To be successful in this role, you will have:Experience managing projects & contracts with suppliers,Relevant subject matter expertise in biosecurity, environmental management, or ecology.Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with a range of key stakeholders and Iwi.High level written and verbal communication skills to provide information to a range of audiences.The expected appointment range for this role is $85,000 - $100,000Interesting work which impacts Aotearoa as we care for whenua, moana and arawai.Eye & ear care reimbursementsReduced Health Insurance PremiumsDiverse groups and networksIf eligible for paid parental leave, you will be entitled to a top up payment for the first 18 weeks of the 26 weeks.A minimum of four weeks and three days annual leaveToitu Te Whenua plays a vital role in understanding, developing, and caring for New Zealand's whenua, moana and arawai (land, sea and waterways).
Your contribution can make a difference.
Our mahi helps New Zealanders have confidence that the development of our land, communities and country is being planned from an informed and expert position that balances environmental, social, cultural, and economic considerations.Our Kia Toipoto Intentions - Public Service Gender, Maori, Pacific and Ethnic Pay Gap Action PlanToituTe Whenua is a diverse team of individuals with different experience and perspectives.
This drives our culture and high performance.
We know that people from underrepresented groups and women in particular don't apply for roles if they're not a 100% match, but we're not looking for perfection, we're looking for potential.
As an inclusive and supportive employer, we value difference and want to encourage anyone interested to apply, regardless of whether you tick all the boxes or not.Tono mai -How to ApplyIf you're eyeing up this role and believe you've got what it takes, please apply, or get in touch with the team.To apply, please click"Apply Online.
"You'll be taken through to our Toitu Te Whenua Careers Centre where you'll be able to review further information about the responsibilities and accountabilities of this role in the Position Description.
You'll be able to complete your online application form and upload a copy of your CV/Cover Letter.Please note, whileapplications close Sunday 30 March 2025, we may be reviewing applications as they are received and may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date.
Therefore, please apply as soon as possible if you are interested in this position.For tracking and evaluation purposes, all applications must be submitted via our online process.You must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealandto be eligible for this position.You may notice that the Position Description title for this role (Solution Delivery Specialist - Level 2) doesn't match the advertised title.
At Toitu Te Whenua we design our roles around shared capabilities (rather than focusing on tasks).
This means our position descriptions are broad, one position description can cover many roles, this is known as Broad Based Role (BBR).If you have any questions about this role or working at Toitu Te Whenua, please email and our Recruitment Team will be in touch with you.