Senior Permissions Advisor — Conservation & Compliance

New Zealand Government Joba; Wellington; Remote; NZD 81,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Conservation is hiring a Senior Permissions Advisor to support the application process, provide technical guidance, and produce high-quality reports for decisions. The role focuses on pre-application discussions, analytical assessment of complex applications, and stakeholder engagement across multiple Centres in NZ.

Flexible base with remote options for Dunedin or Christchurch; other locations considered for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills with ability to translate analysis into professional reports.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; builds trust with stakeholders.
• Solid understanding of statutory work and relevant legislation.

Responsibilities

• Process applications and provide technical support for submitted applications.
• Lead pre-application discussions and critical assessment of complex cases.
• Produce high-quality written reports for final decision.
• Build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders and internal/external customers.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Statutory/regulatory knowledge

Project management

Mentoring/coaching

Education

tertiary qualification in environmental sciences or related field

Tools

Report writing

Regulatory frameworks

Job description

Department of Conservation is hiring a Senior Permissions Advisor to support the application process, provide technical guidance, and produce high-quality reports for decisions. The role focuses on pre-application discussions, analytical assessment of complex applications, and stakeholder engagement across multiple Centres in NZ.

Flexible base with remote options for Dunedin or Christchurch; other locations considered for the right candidate.