Site Support Officer

Department of Conservation - Te Papa Atawhai; Hokitika; On-site; NZD 66,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Conservation - Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) Hokitika is seeking a Site Support Officer to provide essential administration and facilities support. You will be the main site contact for office matters, coordinate day-to-day operations, and assist with health and safety tasks across DOC premises in the Hokitika area.

The role offers a permanent full-time position in Hokitika with a focus on efficient site operations, fleet management, and proactive problem solving within DOC’s regional

Qualifications

• Experience in broad administration support, facility or fleet management.
• Experience in general office management, including record-keeping and scheduling.
• Detail-oriented problem solver with strong organisational skills.
• Strong communication skills with stakeholders.
• Tech-savvy and quick to adopt new systems and technologies.
• Ability to coordinate tasks and follow through on site-related issues.

Responsibilities

• Support the Site Lead to ensure smooth and safe operation of DOC premises.
• Act as main site contact for office and facility issues.
• Manage general office tasks and records.
• Ensure pool vehicles are fit for purpose and maintained (services, WOFs).
• Support health and safety tasks such as drills, inductions, checks and audits.

Skills

Admin support

Office management

Problem solving

Communication

Tech-savvy

Coordination

Process improvement

Health and safety awareness

Job description

A diverse and essential role at the heart of our daily operations Support our people and places—integral all-round role keeping our regional office ticking

Salary: $65,590 - $76,589 Permanent full-time role based in our Hokitika office.

Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Tūroa Mō te tūranga

About the role

The Department of Conservation (DOC) protects and manages Aotearoa New Zealand's natural and historic heritage for the benefit of present and future generations. Our Regional Operations Group delivers frontline conservation work that protects and enhances the places, species, and ecosystems entrusted to our care.

Reporting to the Operations Advisor, the Site Support Officer plays a key part in delivering essential administrative support to help ensure the efficient and safe functioning of DOC facilities across the WSI region.

The position will be focussed on:

• Supporting the Site Lead to ensure smooth and safe operation of DOC premises, acting as the main site contact for office and facility issues
• Being the go-to person for general office management
• Ensuring DOC pool vehicles at site are fit for purpose and maintained as required (such as services and WOFs etc)
• Support key site health and safety tasks such as safety/fire drills, site inductions, regular checks and ACC safety audits

Skills and experience

• Experience in a broad administration support, facility or fleet management role
• Experience in general office management, including record-keeping, scheduling, and supporting day-to-day operations.
• A detail-oriented problem solver with strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities with ease
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work with a range of internal and external stakeholders
• Tech-savvy and an early adopter of new systems and technologies
• Ability to coordinate tasks and follow through on site-related issues to completion
• You bring a proactive approach and a continuous improvement mindset, always looking for more efficient ways to get things done
• An understanding of workplace health and safety practices (or willingness to learn)

What’s in it for you?

DOC is committed to a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow. We’re driven by our values and behaviours, and are working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive by default.

If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, let us know and we’ll try to accommodate.

Salary: $65,590 - $76,589, depending on skills and experience.

Eligibility: You must hold a valid NZ work visa that covers the duration of employment.

Please note, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role.

Applications close at 11:59 pm on Wednesday 18 November 2026. This advert may close early, so please apply promptly.

For further enquiries, please contact Tracy Butterworth, Operations Advisor, [e-mail].

Please note, we’re unable to accept emailed applications or provide feedback to applicants not shortlisted.

Our vision:

The Department of Conservation, Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature across Aotearoa. When nature thrives, we all thrive. Ko tāTePapaAtawhai he tiaki, he whakarauora anō hoki i te taiao puta noa i Aotearoa. He oranga taiao, he oranga tangata. Our people bring this vision to life. Spread across Aotearoa, they care for our land, water, and native species. From frontline rangers and technical experts to vital support teams - we have a diverse range of roles.

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