Compliance Coordinator

Environment Canterbury; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Environment Canterbury is seeking a meticulous Compliance Coordinator to support regulatory and enforcement activities protecting Canterbury's environment. You will coordinate environmental incident responses, maintain quality assurance standards, and manage information with accuracy.

Working closely with Compliance Officers, investigators, and legal teams, you will ensure timely, legally compliant responses and continuous improvement across processes.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to prioritise work and manage competing demands.
• Strong written communication and professional documentation skills.
• Confidence building relationships with colleagues, customers, and stakeholders.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and collaborative ways of working.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate environmental incident responses and support enforcement processes; maintain quality assurance standards; ensure accurate information management.
• Work closely with Compliance Officers, investigators, legal teams, and other stakeholders to ensure timely, compliant responses to environmental incidents and enquiries.
• Balance administrative coordination with operational efficiency, data integrity, and customer service while improving processes.

Skills

Prioritisation

Written communication

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Continuous improvement

Education

NZQA Level 5 Certificate or Diploma

Tools

Business systems & digital tools

Job description

Job Category: Government, Defence & Emergency

• Coordinate environmental incident responses and compliance activities
• Help protect Canterbury's environment and communities
• Flexible, values-led workplace with development opportunities

At Environment Canterbury, we're working together to shape a thriving and resilient Canterbury for current and future generations.

As the regional council for Waitaha Canterbury, we care for the region's air, land, water, and communities. Working alongside mana whenua Ngāi Tahu, stakeholders, and communities, we deliver three essential services:

• Environmental Regulation and Protection
• Community Preparedness and Response to Hazards
• Public Transport

As Canterbury continues to grow and change, so do we. We operate in a dynamic environment, responding to evolving legislation, policy, and community needs while continuing to deliver for our communities, partners, and te taiao (the environment). Adapting to change, embracing new opportunities, and finding better ways of working are all part of creating great outcomes for Canterbury.

As our Compliance Coordinator, you'll play a pivotal role in supporting regulatory and enforcement activities that help protect Canterbury's natural environment. You'll be responsible for coordinating environmental incident responses, supporting enforcement processes, maintaining quality assurance standards, and ensuring accurate information management.

Working closely with Compliance Officers, investigators, legal teams, and other stakeholders, you'll help ensure timely, consistent, and legally compliant responses to environmental incidents and enquiries.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys balancing operational coordination, data integrity, customer service, and continuous improvement.

For more information on this role, please refer to the job description at the bottom of the advert.

You're a highly organised and detail-focused professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment where priorities can shift quickly. You enjoy bringing structure to complex processes, have excellent judgement when managing sensitive information, and can communicate clearly and professionally with a wide range of people.

You're comfortable balancing administrative coordination with problem-solving and are motivated by contributing to positive environmental outcomes for Canterbury.

You’ll have:

• Proven ability to prioritise work and manage competing demands
• Strong written communication and professional documentation skills
• Confidence building relationships with colleagues, customers, and stakeholders
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Commitment to continuous improvement and collaborative ways of working

You'll enjoy working with others, building trusted relationships, and contributing to positive outcomes for Canterbury. Your approach will reflect our values and contribute to a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture.

To be successful in this role, you'll bring:

• A minimum qualification at NZQA Level 5 Certificate or Diploma (or equivalent)
• At least four years' experience in a business, operational, regulatory, compliance, or professional services environment
• Experience managing information, records, or administrative processes requiring a high level of accuracy
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately
• Strong time management skills and the ability to remain calm and effective under pressure
• Experience using business systems and digital tools to maintain records and reporting would be advantageous

We're a values-led organisation, and our values shape how we work, make decisions, and support each other every day.

• Kaitiakitanga (Stewardship) We make good decisions today for a better tomorrow.
• Pononga (Integrity) – we act honestly, take responsibility and do what we say.


• Manaakitanga (People First) - we put people first and treat everyone with care and respect.


• Whanaungatanga (Collaboration) – We build strong relationships and achieve more together.


• Māiatanga (Can Do)- We are brave, solution focussed and make things happen.

Our values guide the way we work and shape our workplace culture. Throughout the recruitment process, you'll have the opportunity to share examples of how your experiences and approach align with these values.

We know that diverse perspectives, experiences, and ways of thinking help us make better decisions and achieve better outcomes for our communities and environment. That's why we're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to contribute.

We're also on a journey to become a Treaty partner of excellence. We support our people to grow their confidence and capability in te ao Māori and encourage the use of kaupapa Māori, mātauranga Māori, and te reo Māori in our everyday mahi. Wherever you are on your journey, you'll be welcomed and supported.

To be considered for this opportunity, candidates must have the legal right to work in New Zealand at the time of application and hold work rights that will enable them to fulfil the full term of employment.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete an interview process, reference checks, and a criminal history check. Additional background checks may be required depending on the nature of the role.