Site Support Officer (Fixed Term)

Department of Conservation - Te Papa Atawhai; Invercargill City; Vor Ort; NZD 66.000 - 77.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Department of Conservation - Te Papa Atawhai in Invercargill is seeking a versatile Site Support Officer. This fixed-term, full-time role supports the Site Lead and ensures smooth, safe operation of DOC premises across the Murihiku region, commencing 18 January 2026 and ending 10 February 2028.

The role covers general office management, fleet and facility coordination, and site health and safety tasks such as drills and inductions, with a focus on proactive problem solving and strong

Qualifikationen

• 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)

Aufgaben

• Supporting the Site Lead to ensure smooth and safe operation of DOC premises across the Murihiku region
• Being the main site contact for office and facility issues
• Ensuring DOC pool vehicles at site are fit for purpose and maintained as required (such as services and WOFs)
• Support key site health and safety tasks such as safety drills, site inductions, regular checks and ACC safety audits.

Kenntnisse

Administration support

Facility management

Fleet management

Record-keeping

Scheduling

Stakeholder communication

Tech-savvy

Site coordination

Continuous improvement

Health & safety awareness

Jobbeschreibung

Varied administration and operational support role across the Murihiku district

Salary $65,590 - $76,589 (1 FTE) Fixed-term, full-time role based in our Murihiku/Invercargill office, commencing 18 January 2026 and ending 10 February 2028. 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 Murihiku 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.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | 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)

He aha ngā pāinga mōu? | 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.

Salary

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.

Applications close at

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

Further enquiries

For further enquiries, please contact Marie Manley Recruitment Advisor, [e-mail]. Please note, we’re unable to accept emailed applications or provide feedback to applicants not shortlisted.

Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Tūroa The Department of Conservation, Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature across Aotearoa. When nature thrives, we all thrive. Ko tā Te Papa Atawhai 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.