Senior Permissions Advisor — Remote, NZ Conservation

Department of Conservation (DOC); Wellington; Remote; NZD 81,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Conservation (DOC) is seeking a Senior Permissions Advisor based in Wellington, Dunedin or Christchurch with flexible remote options for the right candidate. You will manage complex applications, provide technical support, and contribute to process improvements while building relationships with stakeholders.

The role requires strong analytic ability, clear communication, and a solid understanding of statutory processes.

Qualifications

• demonstrated strong analytical skills and ability to translate analysis into professional reports
• confident communicator who builds trust with others
• strong understanding of statutory work and the legislation the Department operates within
• knowledge of conservation regulation and legislative frameworks
• experience in project management, leading process improvements
• competent in mentoring and coaching
• ability to manage multiple tasks and apply work planning tools

Responsibilities

• supporting the application process and providing technical support to peers
• holding pre-application discussions and conducting critical assessment of complex applications
• producing high-quality written reports for final decisions
• building and maintaining relationships with a wide range of stakeholders and customers

Skills

Analytical skills

Effective communicator

Statutory work knowledge

Regulatory frameworks

Project management

Mentoring and coaching

Planning processes

Education

Tertiary qualification in environmental sciences or related field

Job description

Department of Conservation (DOC) is seeking a Senior Permissions Advisor based in Wellington, Dunedin or Christchurch with flexible remote options for the right candidate. You will manage complex applications, provide technical support, and contribute to process improvements while building relationships with stakeholders.

The role requires strong analytic ability, clear communication, and a solid understanding of statutory processes.