Team Leader Primary Sector Delivery

Waikato Regional Council; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional council organization in Hamilton, New Zealand, is seeking a leader for the Primary Sector Delivery team. This role involves managing staff, engaging with stakeholders, and supporting the implementation of environmental plans. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a relevant field, at least 3 years of leadership experience, and a passion for the primary sector. Applications close on September 28.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience in people leadership.
• A good understanding of National and Council rules and regulations.
• Full Drivers Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Manage Technical Advisors and Engagement staff to achieve results.
• Drive a collaborative culture with stakeholders.
• Build capability in the primary sector and within the council.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Degree in environmental planning or related field

Behaviour change or adult education qualification

Job description

Mō te tūranga | About the role

• The Primary Sector Delivery team is responsible for ensuring strategic, timely, efficient and prioritised engagement with our primary sector stakeholders to help them met their regulatory obligations.
• You will be responsible for line management of Technical Advisors and Engagement staff who will work together to achieve exceptional results for Waikato’s Primary Sector.
• You will drive a culture where team members work collaboratively with our primary sector stakeholders and take a customer-centric approach in all they do.
• In this role, you will help build the capability and capacity in the primary sector and within the Waikato Regional Council to support implementation of Plan Change 1 and NES Freshwater Farm Plans.

Mō te tangata | About you

• Passionate about supporting primary industries, holding the sector at the centre of all your decisions.
• You enjoy mentoring team members and developing high performing teams.
• You thrive in an environment which involves working with stakeholders to develop solutions.
• You have a good understanding of National and Council rules and regulations impacting the Primary Sector.

Mō ngā pūkenga | Qualifications and experience

• At least 3 years’ experience in people leadership
• A degree in environmental planning, natural resource management or physical, environmental or social sciences.
• Full Drivers Licence.
• Behaviour change, communication, or adult education qualification or experience.
• Related post graduate qualification and an understanding of Te Ao Māori is desirable.

Mō mātou | About us

• We work hard to care for the mighty Waikato, so current and future generations will benefit from a healthy environment, strong economy, and vibrant communities.
• Our mahi is as diverse as the region we care for and the people who share it. Our work helps look after our region's water, soil, air, geothermal areas and coasts - so we can all enjoy these precious resources for generations to come.
• Customers sit at the heart of everything we do, and all staff have an important role to play in the delivery of exceptional customer service.
• If you’d like to understand more about what we do please click here The work we do | Waikato Regional Council.
• By partnering with iwi and working with many others in our communities, our collective kaitiakitanga will make the Waikato region even better. Together, we’ll create a sustainable future that will make a positive difference to people’s lives.

Mō te tuku tono | How to apply

• Applications will be reviewed as they come in, and this role will close on Sunday 28 September.
• For a copy of the role description, please click here.
• If you have any questions about the role, please [e-mail]
• Please click ‘apply’ and include your CV & cover letter as a pdf. Apply now!