Adviser, Indigenous Forestry

Job Description

Role type : Permanent, full-time

Location : Rotorua

Salary Band & range : General Salary Range F : $76,463 to $89,215

Indigenous Forestry Adviser

About The Role – Kōrero Mō Te Tūranga

We are seeking an Indigenous Forestry Adviser to join our Forestry Operations team in Rotorua. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the sustainable management of Aotearoa's indigenous forests and support the implementation of the Forests Act 1949.

You’ll work directly with landowners, iwi, and stakeholders to provide technical forestry advice, ensure compliance with the Forests Act, and support the development of indigenous forest management opportunities. As a warranted Forestry Officer, you’ll play a key role in field-based compliance and enforcement and collaborate with MPI's Compliance and Prosecution teams where required.

This role also involves cross-agency coordination and policy development at a more senior level.

Key responsibilities include :

• Implementing the Forests Act 1949 provisions relating to indigenous forest management
• Conducting field‑based auditing, compliance and enforcement as a warranted Forestry Officer
• Providing technical forestry advice to landowners and stakeholders to support sustainable forest management
• Supporting policy development and operational input into broader land management initiatives
• Building and maintaining relationships with iwi, Māori organisations, government agencies, and other stakeholders
• Contributing to cross‑agency projects and providing subject‑matter expertise
• Maintaining a high level of physical fitness to undertake fieldwork in challenging terrain

About You – Mōu

You are passionate about indigenous forestry and committed to protecting and enhancing Aotearoa's native forest resources. You bring strong technical knowledge, excellent relationship management skills, and a collaborative approach to working with a diverse range of stakeholders.

You will bring :

You must have a current full New Zealand driver licence (not temporary, learner, or restricted) or equivalent full foreign drivers' licence, and any endorsements required for the type of driving you’ll be doing.

Please note this role requires frequent travel, including some overnight trips.

About The Team – Mō Tō Mātou Rōpū

This role sits within Te Uru Rākau – New Zealand Forest Service, part of the Forestry Operations Directorate. Our team is focused on delivering regulatory and operational functions that support sustainable forest management and indigenous forestry development across Aotearoa.

About MPI - Mō Te Manatū Ahu Matua

We’re passionate about growing prosperity in the sector while ensuring respect for Kaitiaki – guardianship of our natural resources.

Benefits of working at MPI – Ngā hua o te mahi i te Manatū Ahu Matua

Low level Security Clearance

Drug and Alcohol Screening

Given this position is safety sensitive, the preferred candidates for the position will be required to undergo a drug and alcohol pre‑employment screening test. Further information on this process can be found on our careers site, here.

Are you ready to make a difference? – Kua rite koe mō tēnei mahi whaitake?

We are committed to being a good partner under Te Tiriti o Waitangi, working closely with iwi, hapū, whānau and hāpori. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities.

In your cover letter, tell us about your values, motivations, and the strengths and perspectives you bring to this role.

To view the position description and / or apply online, click “APPLY FOR THIS JOB” or visit the MPI Careers Site.

Applications close at 11 : 59pm Sunday 2 November 2025.

If you have any questions about the role, please email

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