• Are you an experienced leader with a passion for conservation and asset management?
• The salary range for this position is $79,656 to $100,639- flexible working supported.
• Permanent, full-time role- Flexible location options available at our North Island offices.

Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Tūroa
Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature spaces and species across Aotearoa.
Tangata whenua are inextricably linked to the whenua and te taiao, and we desire a future where whānau, hapū and iwi can thrive in their role as rangatira and kaitiaki.
Tō tātou taiāo. Tō tātou hītori. He tāonga tūturu nō Aotearoa. Maioha rawatia. Poipoia rawatia. Tukua. Our nature. Our history. It's New Zealand's unique legacy. Enjoy it. Enrich it. Pass it on.

He angitūtanga | About the role
You will lead a team of Asset Inspectors to deliver asset inspections safely, on time, and to standard. You will collaborate with Regional Operations and the Asset Management Directorate to ensure effective planning, communication, and quality assurance in asset management. Your leadership will foster an inclusive culture, support team development, and promote strong relationships with iwi and other stakeholders.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

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

• Proven experience in leading and managing high-performing teams, including ability to lead dispersed staff and staff working in the backcountry.
• Familiarity with the range of visitor assets managed by DOC and best practices in asset management.
• Strong understanding of health, safety, and wellbeing processes.
• Ability to review complex information, consider diverse perspectives, and make informed recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across teams, build trust, and foster strong relationships.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with an emphasis on sharing information and supporting others.
• Proactive in seeking opportunities for improvement and understanding the wider organisational context.
• Knowledge of the Māori Crown relationship, tikanga, and contemporary Māori experiences, especially in relation to DOC.
• Experience and competence in the backcountry.

Mō te tīma | About the team
The Asset Specialist team is dynamic and responsive unit. It is a nationally based team with locations spread from Kerikeri in the North to Nelson in the south.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What's in it for you?
The Department of Conservation /Te Papa Atawhai places importance on developing a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow. We're working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable and inclusive by default. If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do let us know.
You can learn more about what we offer here.

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.
The salary range for this position is $79,656 to $100,639 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 katinga | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Thursday, 12 September 2024.
Me he pātai anō | For further enquiries, please feel free to contact Monette Paewhenua at mpaewhenua@doc.govt.nz
Taupānga | Job reference: DOC/1805856