Compliance And Health Protection Team Lead, Waikato / Taupo - Te Manawa Taki - Nphs

Compliance and Health Protection Team Lead, Waikato / Taupo - Te Manawa Taki - NPHSContribute to transforming the future of health in this leadership rolePermanent, Full-TimeHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.About the RoleWe have a permanent, full-time opportunity available to join our Te Manawa Taki regional team as a Compliance and Health Protection Team Lead, Waikato / Taupo.

The primary purpose of the role is team management, delivery, performance, and development.

It involves operational leadership, responsibilities for people and performance, and a collaborative approach to working.

The Team Lead will hold an operational role in the team, deliver operational work and have responsibility for work programme(s) relevant to their professional skill set (depending on the size of the team they are responsible for).

About the Team / Service / LocationThe National Public Health Service (NPHS) within Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora, work towards Pae Ora (healthy futures) for all by engaging with the wider determinants that impact people\'s health, focusing on oranga / wellbeing, prevention, protection, and population-level intervention.

We are connected across boundaries to deliver public health services that are nationally planned, regionally delivered and locally tailored.This position is based in Hamilton / Kirikiriroa.About youYou will either : Hold an existing operational role in our Compliance and Health Protection team and looking to progress into a leadership roleTertiary qualification / degree in Public Health or a related field or equivalent experienceProven experience in team leadership and management, preferably in a public health contextAt least 3-5 years\' experience in a public health service delivery roleExperience in implementing Te Tiriti o Waitangi in actionClean full New Zealand Drivers\' LicenceWillingness to travel across the region.Operational role within the teamWorking for Health New ZealandHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand.

We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community.

We welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.How to ApplyTo view the position description and / or apply for the role please click "apply now."

All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11 : 59pm on 30 September 2025.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Elismha Lubbeat

• Health New Zealand is undergoing change affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.Job detailsJob Reference : HNZ / 1857487LLocation : North Island - Waikato - HamiltonJob type : Permanent Full timeExpertise : Non-clinical - Public Health - Public Health

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