Biosecurity Compliance Specialist - Protect Otago

ORC partnership; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 71,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work opportunities

Life Insurance

5 weeks annual leave

Superannuation

Competitive remuneration packages

Job summary

The Otago Regional Council (ORC) is seeking a Compliance Officer – Biosecurity to join our Environmental Implementation team in Dunedin on a permanent, full‑time basis. The role focuses on ensuring biosecurity compliance under the Biosecurity Act and protecting Otago's environment.

You will inspect and reinspect regulated activities, provide sound public information, write reports, and support planning with technical input.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in an appropriate discipline (Environmental Management, Conservation or Biosecurity).
• Experience with data capture and analysis and risk management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Practical knowledge of pest control methods and ability to promote them.

Responsibilities

• Undertake inspections and reinspections and assess compliance with the Regional Pest Management Plan and Biosecurity Act.
• Encourage compliance by providing sound advice and information to the public.
• Provide technical expertise and support to staff developing the Regional Pest Management plan.
• Write compliance reports and memos.
• Participate in community meetings and advocate ORC’s viewpoint where appropriate.

Skills

Data capture

Risk management

Communication skills

Pest control methods

Environmental management

Education

Tertiary qualification in Environmental Management/Conservation/Biosecurity

Job description

The Otago Regional Council (ORC) is seeking a Compliance Officer – Biosecurity to join our Environmental Implementation team in Dunedin on a permanent, full‑time basis. The role focuses on ensuring biosecurity compliance under the Biosecurity Act and protecting Otago's environment.

You will inspect and reinspect regulated activities, provide sound public information, write reports, and support planning with technical input.