Operations Advisor

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and enable excellence

• Permanent Role $80054 - $101142

• Tauranga based role

Newly established role focused on empowering our Districts to achieve conservation outcomes through operational excellence

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.

Mō te tūranga About the role

The Department of Conservation have recently made some big changes to help our people and operations work better togetherso we can achieve the conservation outcomes were aiming for.

As part of this weve introduced a new role: Operations Advisor. Reporting to the Operations Manager this position will be responsible for leading the districts annual work planning and reporting generating insights managing issues and ensuring disciplined operations all to drive continuous improvement and secure the successful delivery of the districts conservation goals.

The position will be focussed on:

• leading the districts operating environment overseeing assurance issue management and spearheading business improvement initiatives to elevate performance and governance

• overseeing planning reporting and budget management for the district

• creating the quarterly and annual business plans for the district

• producing reporting and insights to identify gaps and areas for improvement and efficiencies

• Working collaboratively with internal stakeholders across DOC to achieve desired outcomes

Click here for the Role Description

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako Skills and experience

If you have some of the following we are keen to hear from you:

• A background in operating principles and processes to effectively plan and monitor work programmes

• Ability to identify and articulate existing and potential risks and their broader impacts

• Analytical mindset to generate meaningful insights that inform operational delivery

• Tech-savvy and an early adopter of new systems and technologies

• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite with advanced skills in Excel and other reporting tools

• Critical thinker with strong problem-solving skills and a focus on continuous improvement

• An excellent collaborator and communicator skilled at building strong relationships engaging productively with a wide range of people and thoughtfully considering diverse perspectives to drive effective outcomes

• Solutions focussed and consistently act with integrity to deliver meaningful results

• Understands the Māori-Crown relationship in relation to DOC

Our Values

At The Department of Conservation everyones journey is unique. Every purpose personal. Thats why we believe your career should be more than a role it should be a path that reflects who you are what you value and the difference you want to make.

Here youll find more than a workplace. Youll find a team united and guided by values that matter:

• Integrity because trust and honesty are non-negotiable

• Empowerment because when we lift each other we all rise higher

• Connection because collaboration sparks progress

• Achievement because results mean more when they create real impact

This is a place where nature thrives because people do.

He aha ngā pāinga mōu Whats in it for you

DOC places importance on developing a culture where everyone can participate thrive and grow. Were working towards being an organisation that is diverse equitable and inclusive by default. You can learn more about what we offer here.

Tonoa inaiānei Apply now

Apply online with a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant skills experience and motivation for joining Te Papa Atawhai. Please note due to the high volume of applications we are unable to accept direct or emailed applications and provide feedback to those not shortlisted.

If you require any accommodations or adjustments during the recruitment process please let us know.

The salary range for this position is $80054 - $101142 with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience.

Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory this includes holding a valid work visa that covers the whole period of employment.

Due to high volumes we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role.

Rā whakakapi Applications close at 11:59 pm on Sunday 25th January.

Me he pātai anō whakapā mai For further enquiries please contact Leeza Young Senior Recruitment Advisor