At the Otago Regional Council (ORC), our goal is to protect and enhance the environment and enable our communities to do the same. So, we can deliver on our responsibilities, we're not overstating when we say we have some big targets to reach. We need the right people, in the right roles, to help us get there. In return, we offer a positive and go-ahead organisational culture, where work/life balance is both respected and valued.
Otago's a pretty special place, covering a vast area - the third largest local government region in New Zealand. Those who call Otago home enjoy access to mountains, coastal lowlands, dramatic rivers and wild beaches. Our environment is part of who we are, and at ORC, we work each day to look after it.
The Opportunity
Our Environmental Implementation team at the Otago Regional Council is looking for a Biosecurity Specialist - Marine and Freshwater to join the team on a permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week) basis, in our busy Dunedin office.
The purpose of the Biosecurity Specialist - Marine and Freshwater role is to provide technical advice, develop programmes and projects, and lead delivery of these to enable the ORC's Environmental Implementation Team to effectively implement freshwater and marine biosecurity management and achieve positive outcomes for the environment.
As a Biosecurity Specialist - Marine and Freshwater, you will be responsible for:

• Providing specialist biosecurity advice to the Environmental Implementation Team and wider ORC including external stakeholders
• Contributing to freshwater and marine biosecurity strategic and operational programme development
• Analysing freshwater and marine biosecurity data to guide and inform programme implementation.
• Developing and delivering effective work programmes with respect to biosecurity management

If you have a passion for delivering on positive environmental outcomes in a collaborative setting, we want to hear from you!
About You
Our ideal candidate will have:

• A Bachelor's degree in Biosecurity, Ecology, Zoology, Biodiversity or Environmental Management
• A minimum of three (3) years' experience in a biosecurity, biodiversity, ecology, or conservation related role
• A current, full and clean NZ driver's license
• Experience solving complex problems collaboratively.
• Experience in developing and delivering large-scale strategic plans, programmes and projects for pest management.

What we offer
We recognise and celebrate diversity within Team ORC and are committed to providing a work environment that supports inclusion and equal opportunities. We actively encourage applications from anyone who will live our values of MANA- We influence with respect and integrity, TIKA- We do the right thing and do things right and AROHA- We show that that we care, alongside us, regardless of their background.
To support our diverse and capable team, we're pleased to offer enhanced benefits such as:

• Flexible work opportunities
• Life Insurance
• Superannuation
• An annual wellbeing programme.
• Competitive remuneration packages
• Development opportunities

How to Apply
If you meet the above criteria, we welcome your application including your CV and cover letter outlining why you are the person for this role via the Apply button.
Please note. We don't always work to fixed closing dates and may start considering and interviewing candidates as their applications are received so we encourage you to apply early.
All candidates require the right to work in New Zealand.
Applications closes, Sunday 22 September 2024
For further information, please contact human.resources@orc.govt.nz