Resource Management Officer – Administrative Compliance

Location – Invercargill

If you would like to be part of a team that is highly motivated and goal-driven, then you may be the person we are looking for!

As a regional council, Environment Southland is responsible for leading the sustainable management of Southland’s natural, and physical resources – water, land, air, and the coast. These resources are vitally important because they underpin both our regional economy and our quality of life.

We are looking for a Resource Management Officer – Administrative Compliance to join our busy team. As a Resource Management Officer – Administrative Compliance, you will have a sound level of environmental knowledge with an emphasis on air quality, water quantity, and quantity. You will have the ability to manage and reprioritise an ever-changing workload and develop relationships throughout Council, with consent holders, the general public, and industry representatives.

To be successful in this role you will need to have

• A tertiary qualification in a relevant science and/or resource management discipline;

• Ability to develop and nurture strong relationships with stakeholders and tangata whenua; and

• An understanding of resource consents, application process and associated management issues; and

• Attention to detail

You will be an effective communicator; know your way around the Microsoft suite, and hold a full driver’s licence.

In return, we will offer you:

• enhanced leave entitlements (annual and wellness)

• income protection insurance

• 37.5 hr working week

• flexible working opportunities

• an active social club

• opportunities to make a difference

Southland has a unique landscape, a close-knit and caring community, and is home to some of New Zealand’s most pristine and dynamic environments. We are central to Aotearoa’s playgrounds of Queenstown, Fiordland, and the Catlins. What a great time to join us and be part of an organisation that really does make a difference.

An initial offer of remuneration will be made within the range $68,000-$71,800.

To apply for this job click here & enter ref code: 6435149 and upload your CV and cover letter.

Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key skills required for this role.

Applications close: 24 September 2023