Mo tēnei tūranga mahi | About the role

Join our team as an Environmental Protection Officer, where your role will see you primarily monitoring resource consents and permitted activities. This could include anything from environmental compliance issues regarding forestry, winery waste, stock farming, through to marine farms, air pollution or water quality.

If you're naturally inquisitive and enjoy investigating, you're a great fit for this job. We need someone who can inform and educate landowners and businesses, on the benefits and requirements of compliance. Good communication skills are a must, as you'll be working closely with public stakeholders and the ability to foster working relationships is a must. Paying close attention to details and following procedures accurately are essential skills we're looking for.

In this role, you'll also be skilled at formulating strategies for enforcement, including understanding and investigating complaints objectively and impartially. Along with preparing and presenting evidence to support Council functions or Court proceedings. Join us in protecting our environment and make a positive impact on your community! 

This is a full-time position based in Blenheim.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

• A great benefits package (including life, income protection and health  insurance, enhanced leave and superannuation, and relocation support where applicable).
• A Salary range of $92,000 to $102,000 (this will depend on the knowledge, skills and experience you have to offer).
• A workplace that supports flexibility, health and wellbeing
• An environment where input, initiative and innovation are encouraged
• A fantastic learning environment and support for professional development

Ko ngā wheako ōu | About you

Ideally, you will hold previous experience in forestry, environmental protection, enforcement, or similar type, role with the proven ability to interpret key policies, legislation, and procedures.

Tertiary qualifications in forestry, resource management, environmental science, compliance or similar will be highly regarded but are not essential, providing you can demonstrate sound judgment and decision-making skills, with an investigative mind and an aptitude for dealing with compliance issues that can at times be complex and contentious.

As this is a customer facing role, the ability to provide high-level customer service and engage with internal and external stakeholders, from all walks of life, will be key to your success. You will have exceptional communication skills, be comfortable working collaboratively, and have the conflict resolution skills to navigate occasional difficult situations. 

The role offers a good mixture of indoor and outdoor work, as well as a competitive salary depending on the knowledge, skill, and experience you bring to the organisation.

If you’re unsure you fit all of the above but think you could be a great fit for the position, please apply as we would love to hear from you!

Ko wai mātou | About us

Marlborough District Council is a dynamic, progressive organisation which prides itself on the professionalism it brings to managing a wide range of functions. Our vision is that over the next decade, Marlborough will become a globally connected district of progressive, high-value enterprise, known for its quality lifestyle, desirable location and natural environment.

Marlborough is unique for many reasons. The region offers an array of outdoor pursuits in a distinctive and picturesque landscape. With the Marlborough Sounds, the land and sea offer unlimited accessibility for sport and leisure.

If you’re ready to progress your career with Council - Tono mai | Apply now!

Applications close 5.00 pm on 8 December 2024.

For further information or questions, you are welcome to contact Rachael Williams (Compliance Manager) at Rachael.Williams@marlborough.govt.nz