Senior Permissions Advisor: Conservation Compliance

Department of Conservation (DOC); Hokitika; On-site; NZD 81,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Conservation (DOC) is seeking a Senior Permissions Advisor in Hokitika to process applications on public conservation land and related matters. You will provide technical support, perform critical assessment of complex applications, and prepare high-quality reports for decision-making.

We value collaboration, process improvements, and strong stakeholder engagement. A tertiary environmental qualification and solid knowledge of legislation are preferred; this is a permanent,

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills and ability to produce professional reports.
• Excellent communicator who builds trust with others.
• Deep understanding of statutory work and governing legislation.
• Knowledge of conservation regulation and legislative frameworks.
• Experience in project management and process improvements.
• Mentoring and coaching abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with planning tools.
• Solution-focused and results-driven.
• Background in planning/regulatory processes.

Responsibilities

• Process applications and provide technical support for submitted cases, including pre-application discussions and analysis.
• Generate high-quality written reports to support final decisions.
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve work processes and outputs.
• Build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders and provide professional advice.

Skills

Analytical skills

Confident communicator

Statutory work

Conservation regulation

Project management

Mentoring

Time management

Solution-focused

Planning processes

Education

Tertiary qualification in environmental sciences

Environmental protection background

Job description

Department of Conservation (DOC) is seeking a Senior Permissions Advisor in Hokitika to process applications on public conservation land and related matters. You will provide technical support, perform critical assessment of complex applications, and prepare high-quality reports for decision-making.

We value collaboration, process improvements, and strong stakeholder engagement. A tertiary environmental qualification and solid knowledge of legislation are preferred; this is a permanent,