Permissions Advisor | NZ Conservation Lands (Flexible)

Department of Conservation (DOC); Dunedin; On-site; NZD 69,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Work in diverse locations

Job summary

The Department of Conservation (DOC) is seeking a Permissions Advisor to support the management of permits for activities on public conservation land and with protected wildlife. This full-time role offers base locations in Christchurch, Dunedin, or Hokitika with flexible working arrangements.

Based in one of DOC's Service Centres, you will process applications from pre-application discussions through assessment and reporting to a final decision, building relationships with diverse stakeholders

Qualifications

• Confident written and verbal communicator building trust.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to convert analysis into reports.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and use organizing tools.
• Understanding of relevant legislative processes or environmental management/planning background.

Responsibilities

• Support the application process from pre-application discussions to final decision reports.
• Assess applications and write high-quality professional reports.
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders and customers.
• Collaborate with team to ensure compliant processes.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Multitasking

Legislation knowledge

Job description

The Department of Conservation (DOC) is seeking a Permissions Advisor to support the management of permits for activities on public conservation land and with protected wildlife. This full-time role offers base locations in Christchurch, Dunedin, or Hokitika with flexible working arrangements.

Based in one of DOC's Service Centres, you will process applications from pre-application discussions through assessment and reporting to a final decision, building relationships with diverse stakeholders