Administrator Catchment Operations

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:

Join our dynamic Integrated Catchment Management team in a role that puts you at the heart of protecting and managing our region's precious natural resources. As Administrator Catchment Operations, you will provide crucial support to our operations team while contributing to environmental initiatives that make a real difference to our community.

 This diverse role spans across several key areas of our environmental programs. You will be instrumental in supporting the delivery of our Erosion Control Scheme and managing our annual poplar and willow pole sales program. Working closely with our Communications Team, you'll help maintain vital information resources for farmers and stakeholders through our website.

 Your administrative expertise will be put to good use as you process financial transactions, coordinate team meetings, and provide support across various environmental projects. This is an opportunity to be part of a collaborative team environment where continuous improvement and quality management are valued, and where your contributions directly impact our region's environmental outcomes.

About you | E pā ana ki a koe:

You are someone who combines skilled administration with a genuine passion for environmental conservation and community service. Your keen eye for detail doesn't just help you manage multiple priorities – it reflects your commitment to excellence in everything you do.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Proficiency in MS Office suite, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Strong financial acumen with experience in processing transactions and maintaining records
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement
• Understanding of and commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles
• Valid driver's license

What we offer | Nga huanga mōu:

The salary range for this role is between $55,080 to $61,200 and will depend on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate. This is a high-performing and motivated team of professionals that you will be joining, offering an opportunity to experience working within local government and supporting the recovery work from Cyclone Gabrielle. Other benefits of working for our team include flexible working options to support work/life balance, and a strong commitment to developing and upskilling people within a supportive working environment.

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.

As an equal opportunity employer, we are dedicated to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment. We recognise that collaborative and innovative organisations depend on having a workforce made up from a diverse range of perspectives and experiences. We're all about excellence, and we encourage open communication – if you need any specific support, just let us know! Our main goal is to empower each person to share their unique talents to contribute to the outcomes for our community. This commitment ensures that our workplace is a dynamic and progressive space where everyone can flourish.

 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:

Applications 20 December 2024, however we will be shortlisting and interviewing appropriate candidates as applications are received. If you are interested in this position, please do not wait to apply as we may close the ad earlier than advertised. To view the job description please visit our website here.

Please apply through Seek.If you require any further information please email recruitment@hbrc.govt.nz.

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. 

21 November 2024

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