Conservation Permissions Advisor - Shape NZ Nature

New Zealand Government; Hokitika; On-site; NZD 69,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements across A

Job summary

The Department of Conservation is seeking a Permissions Advisor to support processing applications relating to conservation land and protected wildlife. You will engage with stakeholders, provide expert advice, and contribute to the assessment and reporting process to support final decisions.

Based in one of Christchurch, Dunedin, or Hokitika, this permanent role emphasizes collaboration, professional outputs, and adherence to environmental legislation while offering flexible working options

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to translate analysis into professional reports.
• Demonstrated analytical ability and critical thinking.
• Experience organizing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines.
• Understanding of environmental legislation or planning processes.

Responsibilities

• Support the application process from pre-application discussions to final reports.
• Prepare professional assessments and reports for decision making.
• Collaborate with team to ensure outputs meet policy and legislative requirements.
• Build and maintain relationships with a wide range of stakeholders and partners.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Report writing

Time management

Legislative understanding

Job description

The Department of Conservation is seeking a Permissions Advisor to support processing applications relating to conservation land and protected wildlife. You will engage with stakeholders, provide expert advice, and contribute to the assessment and reporting process to support final decisions.

Based in one of Christchurch, Dunedin, or Hokitika, this permanent role emphasizes collaboration, professional outputs, and adherence to environmental legislation while offering flexible working options