Permissions Advisor: Protect NZ Lands & Wildlife

Department of Conservation; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 69,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Conservation is seeking a Permissions Advisor to support the processing of applications related to conservation land and protected wildlife, ensuring compliance with the relevant legislation.

Based in Christchurch, Dunedin, or Hokitika, this permanent full-time role involves assessing submissions, producing reports for decisions, and collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders to deliver high-quality, timely outputs.

Qualifications

• Strong communication (written and verbal) with ability to build trust with stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to translate analysis into a professional quality report.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently and prioritise effectively.
• Understanding of relevant legislative processes and environmental management/planning background.

Responsibilities

• Support the application process from pre-application discussions through assessment and analysis to writing reports for final decisions.
• Write clear, professional reports for decision-makers.
• Collaborate with colleagues in an inclusive, team-based process to ensure high-quality outputs.
• Build and maintain relationships with a wide range of stakeholders and internal/external customers.

Skills

Confident communicator

Analytical skills

Report writing

Multitasking

Time management

Legislative/environmental background

Job description

The Department of Conservation is seeking a Permissions Advisor to support the processing of applications related to conservation land and protected wildlife, ensuring compliance with the relevant legislation.

Based in Christchurch, Dunedin, or Hokitika, this permanent full-time role involves assessing submissions, producing reports for decisions, and collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders to deliver high-quality, timely outputs.