Senior Permissions Advisor
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Job Location:
Dunedin - New Zealand
Monthly Salary:
$ 80054 - 101142
Posted on:
14 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
- Bring your statutory knowledge into this diverse role
- Exciting opportunity to contribute towards achieving DOCs conservation goals
- Permanent full-time position based in Hokitika but will consider Dunedin or Christchurch locations for the right candidate
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.
He angitūtanga About the role
Most activities on public conservation land or in relation to protected wildlife marine mammals or marine reserves require approval from the Department. Our Permissions team members located in Service Centres in Hamilton Dunedin Christchurch and Hokitika process these applications. We help to ensure that activities occurring on public conservation land are undertaken in a manner that protects the values of the land and complies with the legislation.
As a Senior Permissions Advisor your role will be focused on:
- supporting the application process and providing technical support to your peers relating to the management of submitted applications including having pre-application discussions critical assessment and analysis of applications through to writing quality reports for a final decision
- being directly involved in contributing to improving aspects of how we work collaborating with others in an inclusive team process environment to ensure professional and high-quality outputs
- building and maintaining relationships with a wide range of people stakeholder groups and industries and providing professional advice and support to internal and external customers.
This is a permanent full-time position based in Hokitika but Dunedin or Christchurch locations will be considered for the right candidate.
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Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako Skills and experience
We are looking for a team player who is committed to process improvements.
If you have some of following we are keen to hear from you:
- can demonstrate strong analytical skills and be able to transfer analysis into a professional quality report
- a confident and able communicator who builds trust with others
- strong understanding of statutory work and the legislation the Department operates within
- knowledge of conservation regulation and legislative frameworks
- experience in project management particularly in leading process improvements
- competent in mentoring and coaching
- able to manage having a number of tasks on the go and apply work planning and organising tools to make the best use of your time
- are solution focussed
- have a background or good understanding of planning/legislative processes
Desirable:
- experience in planning or regulatory work in advantageous
- a Tertiary qualification in environmental sciences environmental protection or related field
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou 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.
We support flexible work arrangements for our kamahi who are working in a wide variety of roles and locations across Aotearoa. Flexible options will be considered based on your role and in discussion with your leader.
Tono ināianei 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. Previous applicants need not apply.
If you require any accommodations or adjustments during the recruitment process please let us know.
The salary range for this position is $80054 to $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 Wednesday 4 February 2026
Me he pātai anō whakapā mai For further enquiries please contact Anna Basova Recruitment Advisor at
Required Experience:
Senior IC
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