Wilding Conifer Programme Delivery Lead

Environment Canterbury; Christchurch; Hybrid; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Environment Canterbury seeks a Biosecurity Delivery Lead to oversee the Wilding Conifer Programme in the South Canterbury region, combining field and office duties to deliver a major environmental initiative.

You will manage budgets, safety, contracts and contractors, liaising with landholders and stakeholders, to advance programme outcomes under pest management plans. A strong project-management background is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in project management, contracts and HSE.
• Background in environmental management or forestry.
• Knowledge of biosecurity programmes and practices.
• Driver's licence required and proficiency with MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery of works in the South Canterbury region and manage budgets, health and safety, contracts and contractors.
• Deliver programmes through landholder agreements and diverse work types including helicopters and ground crews.

Skills

Project management

Contract management

Health and safety

Biosecurity programmes knowledge

Microsoft Office

Full driver's licence

Education

Environmental Management degree

Forestry degree

Job description

Environment Canterbury seeks a Biosecurity Delivery Lead to oversee the Wilding Conifer Programme in the South Canterbury region, combining field and office duties to deliver a major environmental initiative.

You will manage budgets, safety, contracts and contractors, liaising with landholders and stakeholders, to advance programme outcomes under pest management plans. A strong project-management background is essential.