Animal Identification Specialist

6 days ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time
Job Description

The role of Senior NAIT Officer/Nait Officer is to provide expertise in the National Animal Identification and Tracing Act 2012 (NAIT Act) and NAIT scheme. As a warranted officer, you will gain sound knowledge on all aspects of the NAIT scheme and apply system thinking to proactively identify areas of non-compliance.

About the Role

This enables the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) to respond quickly in the case of a serious biosecurity outbreak or natural disaster. The traceability of this programme is also important for food safety and quality assurance.

  • Gain sound knowledge on all aspects of the National Animal Identification and Tracing Act 2012 (NAIT Act) and NAIT scheme.
  • Apply system thinking to proactively identify areas of non-compliance in the NAIT scheme.
  • Expertly apply the appropriate legislative tools to enable effective detection, reporting, and investigation of NAIT scheme non-compliance.

You will be required to travel within New Zealand and assist Animal Welfare Inspectors as needed.

Required Skills and Qualifications

You will ideally have:

  • Experience in animal production systems and knowledge of agricultural sectors.
  • A high degree of analytical capability along with an interest in working through large complex data sets.
  • Practical working knowledge or be able to demonstrate the potential to develop knowledge of the laws under which investigations and compliance activities operate.

Tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent regulatory, compliance, and enforcement experience would be an advantage.

Benefits

We offer:

  • Up to 3 additional leave days
  • Ability to purchase extra annual leave
  • Annual Wellness payment for employees

We are committed to being a good partner under Te Tiriti o Waitangi and aspire to reflect the diverse communities we serve.



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