Asset Inspector – Department of Conservation – Te Anau

• Take advantage of a range of development and training opportunities across the organisation.
• The salary range for this position is $60,314 to $75,603- flexible working options.
• Permanent full-time, Te Anau.

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

The Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature spaces and species across Aotearoa.

Tangata whenua are inextricably linked to the whenua and te taiao, and we desire a future where whānau, hapū and iwi can thrive in their role as rangatira and kaitiaki.

Tō tātou taiāo. Tō tātou hītori. He tāonga tūturu nō Aotearoa. Maioha rawatia. Poipoia rawatia. Tukua.

Our nature. Our history. It’s New Zealand’s unique legacy. Enjoy it. Enrich it. Pass it on.

He angitūtanga | About the role

With a large variety of recreation, historic, and biodiversity assets to manage, we are on the lookout for a skilled professional who can ensure that our assets are being managed and maintained to a safe standard for public and staff use.

As an Asset Inspector with the Department of Conservation, you will play a critical role in the maintenance of our facilities and protecting our natural environment. You will be responsible for verifying that our assets such as tracks, huts, and structures are up to standard. You will manage your inspection programme while working with district offices to help provide support and assistance to meet national and regional targets.

This role will see you support the Southern South Island Region and in particular, the Te Anau District and Fiordland National Park. In this area you’ll be required to inspect assets in some very challenging terrain such as the Dusky Track but also some of the most iconic sites in Aotearoa such as the Milford Great Walk. As an Asset Inspector, you will be required to spend, at times, multiple nights away and often in back country huts but also have the ability to travel across the region and Aotearoa to support the wider Inspection team when required.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

To succeed in this role, you will need to have a passion for conservation or recreation in the outdoors, as well as outdoor experience, excellent fitness, and self-awareness. You should also have some practical experience with the types of assets that you would be assessing. Having a trade qualification or experience in backcountry structure building will be advantageous but not essential due to the training provided.

Above all, you should be an organised, self-starter who is passionate about making a difference.

If you have the following attributes, we are keen to hear from you:

• Experience with reporting and data entry using mobile phone apps and computer systems.
• Comfortable working in the back country, often alone and for overnight trips.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships with a diverse range of people, including DOC staff, external stakeholders, and community groups.
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong time management and task prioritisation skills.
• A strong health and safety focus, including familiarity with safety systems and processes.
• Full New Zealand driver’s licence.

Mō te tīma | About the team

The Asset Specialist team is dynamic and responsive unit. It is a nationally based team with locations spread from Kaitaia in the North to Invercargill in the south.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | 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.

Tono ināianei | Apply now

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

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 provide feedback to those not shortlisted.

If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know.

The salary range for this position is $60,314 to $75,603 with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their 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.

Rā katinga | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Tuesday, 8 October 2024.

Me he pātai anō | For further enquiries, contact Shae Tainui, Asset Inspection Team Lead at stainui@doc.govt.nz or on+64 27 201 0885

Taupānga | Job reference: DOC/1820499