Senior Customer Regulatory Specialist

**Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role**

We are excited to announce we have two newly created Senior Customer Regulatory Specialist role within our Crown Property team. These roles are part of a recent change initiative aimed at fostering closer relationships with our customers and developing a more strategic approach to managing the Crown property across New Zealand. It's a unique opportunity to contribute to the responsible stewardship and sustainable use of Crown Land for the benefit of both current and future generations.

As a key member of our Crown Property team, you will ensure that property portfolios are managed in compliance with legislative and maintenance requirements. A significant part of your role will involve collaborating closely with Iwi, particularly in the management of Treaty settlement properties. Building and maintaining strong, respectful partnerships with Iwi is a priority for us as we work together to honour treaty obligations and enhance the value and utility of Crown Land**.**

**_ Hamilton is our preferred location for at least one of the two roles available, but Wellington based applicants will also be considered._**

**The Team for Land and Waterways**:
The Land and Waterways team handles the management of leases, renewals, and ongoing property oversight through site inspections and consistent communication with leaseholders. This includes managing Crown land purchases and Treaty acquisitions, which require a deep understanding of Treaty settlements and land management to provide accurate advice to Treaty partners and serve as a key link between Crown Property and our valued partners and customers.

Significant prior experience in land management, forestry, mining, contracting, compliance, inspection, or asset management, together with hands-on experience including scheduled and planned maintenance is essential to succeed in this role. Our portfolio is challenging and diverse, and your role will involve travelling to undertake site inspections, often in isolated and rural areas.

**He pūkenga tou - Skills & Experience**
- 7 - 10 years experience in land management, forestry, mining, contracting, compliance, inspection, or asset management.
- Significant hands-on experience in land management, including scheduled and planned maintenance, as well as asset management.
- Contract management, administration, and project management experience ensuring the successful delivery of services and projects.
- In-depth knowledge of government legislation, including national policy statements and local authority regulations, is critical for ensuring compliance and informed decision-making.
- A strong understanding of land-related laws and regulations, particularly the Resource Management Act 1991, Biosecurity Act 1993, Forests Act 1949, and relevant national policy statements
- Proficiency in stakeholder engagement and relationship building, especially in environments involving multiple stakeholders, including Iwi and government agencies.
- Extensive experience with Treaty settlements and Māori-Crown relations, alongside a deep understanding of the Treaty of Waitangi, strong Iwi engagement skills, knowledge of relevant legislation, and a background in law, public policy, or land management
- Exceptional communication skills, along with the ability to adapt flexibly to various tasks and scenarios.
- A valid unrestricted New Zealand Driver's

**Preferred, but not essential**:

- A relevant qualification in contract or project management, or a related discipline.

**The expected appointing range for this role is between $110,000 - $125,000**

**Ngā mea e tukuna ana e tātau - What we offer our employees**
- Interesting work which impacts Aotearoa as we care for whenua, moana and arawai.
- Eye & ear care reimbursements
- Annual Flu Vaccinations
- Reduced Health Insurance Premiums
- Diverse groups and networks
- If 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 leave

**Te Tākinatanga - Our Story**

Toitū Te Whenua plays a vital role in understanding, developing, and caring for New Zealand's whenua, moana and arawai (land, sea and waterways). Whether you're developing our products and services to support our customers, managing the Crown estate, engaging with our iwi partners, or helping us be an effective regulator, 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. Now and for future generations.

**Our Kia Toipoto Intentions - Public Service Gender, Māori, Pacific and Ethnic Pay Gap Action Plan**

**Tono mai - How to Apply**
- If you're eyeing up this role and believe you've got what it takes, please apply, or get in touch with the team. _
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