Catchment Operations Analyst

Te whakapakari tahi i tō tātau Taiao – Enhancing our environment together.

Our vision is a healthy environment and a resilient and prosperous community.

About The opportunity | Ko te āheinga:

We are looking for a Catchment Operations Analyst to join the Operations Support team. This team works closely with the broader Catchment Operations section who oversee and coordinate Council’s catchment management, biosecurity, and biodiversity functions.

In this role you will be a crucial driver of continuous improvement initiatives. You will use your proven skills, knowledge and experience in both change and project management to liaise with teams within the section and across the organisation to ensure well designed system and process solutions are implemented appropriately. 

This role is critical within the Catchment Operations section as it will be key in supporting the effective and efficient delivery of the section’s objectives. 

About you | E pā ana ki a koe:

You will have an eye for recognising opportunities for improvement as well as a knack for communicating those to ensure contributing parties can take the appropriate steps to implement any required solutions. It is essential that you have a strong understanding of the current tools that exist to support efficient operations and/or can use your initiative, resourcefulness, and creativity to find new ones.

We are looking for someone who is a team player but who can also work autonomously when required. You will thrive off getting to know your team and the work they are doing, having an inquisitive approach will be an advantage in this role.

Ideally you will also have:

• A relevant bachelor’s degree, equivalent qualification, or relevant work experience (3+ years).
• A sound understanding of current operational tools and solutions for farming systems and rural issues.
• A proven ability to manage people and behaviour change when new tools, processes and systems are introduced. 
• Resilience, adaptability, and flexibility to keep up with the ever-changing nature of HBRC, and
• A valid driver’s license.

What we offer | Nga huanga mōu:

The salary range for this role is between $89,640 to $99,600 and will depend on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate. 

Other benefits of working for our team include:

• Flexible working options to support work/life balance
• 5 weeks annual leave after 3 years
• 4% superannuation after 3 years
• Life insurance and income protection 
• Subsidised eye tests and lenses, flu vaccinations, and other well-being initiatives 
• Strong commitment to developing and upskilling people within a supportive working environment. 

To see a full list of our benefits please visit our website.

We value diversity and as such we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status although applicants must have existing rights to work in New Zealand. HBRC is responsible for Civil Defence emergencies and as such, all staff may be called upon to support the response.

How to apply | I pēhea ki te whakauru:

Please apply through Seek or send your CV and cover letter directly to recruitment@hbrc.govt.nz.

To view the job description please visit our website here.

Applications close 11 November 2023, however, we will be interviewing suitable candidates prior to the closing date, so don’t delay, apply today! 

About us | E pā ki a mātou:

At Hawke’s Bay Regional Council our purpose is to work with our community to protect and manage the region’s precious taonga of rivers, lakes, soils, air, coast and biodiversity for health, wellbeing and connectivity. Our organisation is diverse, and our work is varied. Our structure comprises of six key business units; Corporate Services, Integrated Catchment Management, Asset Management, Māori Partnerships, Policy & Regulation, and the Executive Advisory Group which also consists of the Civil Defence and Emergency Management.

We focus on prioritising:

Te kounga o te wai, te haumarutanga me te mārohirohi ā-āhuarangi o te whakamarutanga | Water quality, safety and climate-resilient security.  

Kia koi, kia toitū hoki te whakamahinga o te whenua | Climate-smart and sustainable land use. 

Kia ora, kia āhei, kia mārohirohi ā-āhuarangi hoki te rerenga rauropi | Healthy, functioning and climate-resilient biodiversity. 

Kia toitū, kia mārohirohi ā-āhuarangi hoki ngā ratonga me ngā hanganga ā-whare | Sustainable and climate-resilient services and infrastructure. 

12 October 2023

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