As New Zealand's environmental regulator, the work we do today helps shape the future of our tomorrow

Our purpose | To tatou Kaupapa

We are the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA), New Zealand’s independent environmental regulator. Our role is important; to help protect our country’s unique way of life by looking out for the health of its environment, its economy, and its people.

Our kaupapa is about making the right decisions, based on evidence, mātauranga, and science. We are passionate people working as one EPA to encourage big ideas and bold goals.

What we achieve today helps shape the future of New Zealand for generations to come. We welcome you to join us on our journey to a healthy environment that benefits us all.

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About our group | Mō te roopu

The purpose of the Hazardous Substances & New Organisms Group is to manage consent, application and reassessment processes.

About the role | Mō te tūnga

As an Advisor, you will be required to manage a busy workload of applications, work across a range of legislation and work streams, and contribute to the success of the EPA.

You will be required to build strong, positive connections with customers, and your ability to communicate effectively is essential.

Every day is different, so you will need to be flexible and adaptable.

About you | Mōhou ake

We are looking for an individual with a range of skills and capabilities – if you have some or all of the below, we would love to hear from you

• Self-motivated, driven to deliver under pressure, able to manage multiple tasks and set priorities, and achieve results within tight deadlines
  

• Have strong attention to detail, while applying sound judgment, common sense, and a pragmatic approach to problem-solving
  

• A proven ability to analyse scientific or technical material, comprehend information, identify and manage risks, and communicate it simply
  

• The ability to work, and deliver, under pressure, set priorities, and achieve results in tight deadlines
  

• Excellent communication, relationship building and reporting skills, with a desire to deliver great customer service as part of our role as a proactive regulator
  

• Experience working with the Hazardous Substances and New Organisms Act 1996, and related legislation.
  

• Experience in regulatory systems and/or chemistry or science, with a relevant tertiary qualification preferable
  

What’s in it for you | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

There are a range of benefits that our people value:

• Flexible working culture
  

• Three paid ‘Board Holidays’ in addition to four weeks annual leave
  

• $400 non-taxable payment for at home flexible working set up
  

• Paid annual EPA Environment Day supporting the community on environmental initiatives
  

• in-house Māori cultural capability building programme
  

• Learning opportunities including the annual Science Symposium
  

• Active social club and diverse range of groups and support networks
  

• EPA awards recognising individual and team effort
  

• Relocation assistance for those moving to NZ from overseas
  

Salary Range

$71,618 - $107,426 per annum (midpoint $89,522).

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono

Complete the online application form and submit your CV and a covering letter.

Please note: your covering letter is an important part of our assessment process. Please highlight how your experience relates to this role, and why you applied. Tell us about you, your values and/or whakapapa.

View the Position Description

For more information, please contact recruit@epa.govt.nz or check out the careers section of our website www.epa.govt.nz/careers.

We are open to supporting inter agency secondments. If possible, please discuss the prospect of joining us with your current manager, before submitting your application.

Note – we will be reviewing applications as we receive them so may close the role earlier than the specified close date should we find the right candidate.

Applications close | Rā Katinga

5pm, Friday 22 November 2024.