Site Support Officer - 0.5Fte

Overview

A diverse and essential role at the heart of our daily operations.

Permanent Role | $65,070 - $75,981 (1 FTE).

Multiple opportunities across the motu – check out DOC Careers!

Our vision

Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Turoa

The Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature across Aotearoa.

When nature thrives, we all thrive.

Ko ta Te Papa Atawhai he tiaki, he whakarauora ano hoki i te taiao puta noa i Aotearoa.

He oranga taiao, he oranga tangata.

Mo te turanga | About the role

The Department of Conservation has recently made some big changes to help our people and operations work better together—so we can achieve the conservation outcomes we're aiming for.

As part of this, we've introduced a new role : Site Support Officer.

Reporting to the Operations Advisor or Regional Planning and Performance Manager, this role plays a key part in delivering essential administrative support to help ensure the efficient and safe functioning of DOC facilities across the region.

The position will be focussed on :

Supporting the Site Lead to ensure smooth and safe operation of DOC premises, acting as the main site contact for office and facility issues

Being the go-to person for general office management

Ensuring DOC pool vehicles at site are fit for purpose and maintained as required (such as services and WOFs etc)

Support key site health and safety tasks such as safety / fire drills, site inductions, regular checks and ACC safety audits

Note : This role is 0.5FTE.

Days / Hours to be negotiated between hiring manager and successful candidate.

Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experience

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

Experience in a broad administration support, facility or fleet management role

A detail-oriented problem solver with strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities with ease

Can build relationships and work collaboratively with a range of people

Tech-savvy and an early adopter of new systems and technologies

You bring a proactive approach and a continuous improvement mindset, always looking for more efficient ways to get things done

Our Values

At The Department of Conservation, everyone's journey is unique.

Every purpose, personal.

That's why we believe your career should be more than a role... it should be a path that reflects who you are, what you value, and the difference you want to make.

Here, you'll find more than a workplace.

You'll find a team united and guided by values that matter :

Integrity, because trust and honesty are non-negotiable

Empowerment, because when we lift each other, we all rise higher

Connection, because collaboration sparks progress

Achievement, because results mean more when they create real impact

This is a place where nature thrives because people do.

He aha nga painga mou?

| What's in it for you?

DOC 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.

You can learn more about what we offer here.

Tonoa inaianei | 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.

If you require any accommodations or adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

The salary range for this position is $65,070 - $75,981 (1FTE) 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.

Ra whakakapi | Applications close

Applications close at 11 : 59 pm on Sunday 19th October.

Me he patai ano, whakapa mai | For further enquiries

If you have any questions, please contact Leeza Young, Senior Recruitment Advisor,

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