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Permissions Advisor | Kaitohu Whakaaetanga

CompanyDepartment of Conservation | Te Papa Atawhai
LocationChristchurch
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJuly 6, 2026
About The Company
The Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai is a great place to work for anyone who is passionate about nature and the environment. As the government agency charged with conserving Aotearoa New Zealand’s natural and historic heritage, we are responsible for caring for the land, water and our native species. We have team members spread throughout the country who work hard to ensure that Papatūānuku can thrive. They perform a huge range of tasks, from specialists undertaking ground-breaking projects through to support staff who enable our mahi; and rangers operating at the forefront of conservation. The work we do impacts the people of Aotearoa New Zealand and our many visitors and will have continued and far-reaching effects for generations to come. Our commitment to being an honourable Treaty Partner and collaboration with local iwi, community groups and businesses is critical to setting the foundations for future conservation success. We support flexible working, and a transparent and collaborative culture, as well as career development and training opportunities. If you are interested in joining a team of people who love what they do, find out more about a career with the Department of Conservation.
About the Role
  • Provide quality advice and process applications related to commercial and recreational use of conservation land and protected wildlife
  • Permanent, full-time role based in Christchurch, or flexible location for the right candidate

 

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

 

Mō te tūranga | About the role

Contribute to the regulatory management of Aotearoa’s natural resources. 

Most activities on public conservation land, or in relation to protected wildlife, marine mammals or marine reserves, require approval from the Department. Our Permissions team members, located in Service Centres in Christchurch, Dunedin and Hokitika, along with a further team in Hamilton, process these applications. We help to ensure that activities occurring on public conservation land are undertaken in a manner that protects the values of the land and complies with the legislation.  

As a Permissions Advisor your key role will be supporting the application process relating to the management of submitted applications from having pre-application discussions, assessment, and analysis of the application through to writing reports for a final decision. You will be collaborating with others in an inclusive team process environment to ensure professional and high-quality outputs. 

You will be directly involved in building and maintaining relationships with a wide range of people, stakeholder groups and industries, providing professional advice and support to internal and external customers.  

This permanent, full-time role is based in Christchurch, however other locations can be considered for the right candidate.

Click here for the Role Description

 

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

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

  • a confident and able communicator (both written and verbal) who builds trust with others 
  • can demonstrate strong analytical skills and be able to transfer analysis into a professional quality report 
  • able to manage having a number of tasks on the go and apply organising tools to make the best use of your time 
  • have a sound understanding of the relevant legislative processes that we work under and/or an environmental management/planning background 

 

He aha ngā pāinga mōu? | What’s in it for you?

DOC is committed to a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow. We’re driven by our values and behaviours, and are working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive by default.

We also support flexible working arrangements for our kaimahi across Aotearoa, with options considered based on the role and in discussion with your leader.

Want to know more?

 

Tonoa inaiānei | Apply now

Apply online with your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and motivation. We’re unable to accept emailed applications or provide feedback to applicants not shortlisted.

If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, let us know and we’ll try to accommodate.

Salary: $69,429–$88,181, depending on skills and experience.

Eligibility: You must hold a valid New Zealand work visa that covers the duration of employment.

Rā whakakapi | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Monday, 20 July 2026
Me he pātai anō, whakapā mai | For further enquiries, please contact Christine Butler at chbutler@doc.govt.nz

Key Skills
Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationAnalytical SkillsReport WritingTime ManagementLegislative Process KnowledgeEnvironmental ManagementPlanningStakeholder ManagementRelationship Building
Categories
Environmental & SustainabilityGovernment & Public SectorLegalAdministrativeScience & Research
Benefits
Flexible Working Arrangements
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Provide quality advice and process applications for the commercial and recreational use of conservation land and protected wildlife. Manage the application lifecycle from pre-application discussions and analysis to writing final decision reports.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
NZ$69,429 - NZ$88,181
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
3843
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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