Regional Planner

Be among the first 25 applicants

• Drive business planning initiatives to enhance regional operations and achieve strategic outcomes.
• Salary : $80,054- $101,142 – flexible working supported.
• Permanent, full‑time role, based in Dunedin or Invercargill.

Our vision : Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Tūroa

Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature across Aotearoa. When nature thrives, we all thrive.

Ko tā Te Papa Atawhai he tiaki, he whakarauora anō hoki i te taiao puta noa i Aotearoa. He oranga taiao, he oranga tangata.

Mō te tūranga | About the role

You will be one of a team of three Regional Planners and will play a central role in crafting and executing strategic plans that integrate our Heritage and Visitor, Biodiversity, Community and Treaty priorities within the Southern South Island Region. You will work closely across the region to ensure annual planning supports long‑term outcomes, while providing essential support and advice.

Key responsibilities

Skills and experience

Desirable

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.

We support flexible work arrangements for our kamahi who are working in a wide variety of roles and locations across Aotearoa. Flexible options will be considered based on your role and in discussion with your leader.

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 we will not 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 $80,054–$101,142, with the starting salary based on your 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.

Applications close

Applications close at 11 : 59 pm on Wednesday, 19 November.

Depending on the volume of applications received, we may close this advertisement early, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

For further enquiries

Please contact David Agnew, Regional Planning and Performance Manager (SSI) at

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