Senior Technical Advisor (Fixed Term/Secondment)

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Use your marine science / data and analytical expertise to help protect Aotearoa's oceans.Make a real impact by contributing to nationally significant marine work.Full time, fixed term or secondment opportunity until 30 April 2027; Wellington location (other locations considered) Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao T&#363roa M&#333 te t&#363ranga | About the roleWe're looking for an experienced professional to join our Marine Ecosystems team as Senior Technical Advisor. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a degree in marine science, particularly marine ecosystems, who wants to help protect Aotearoa's marine environment. This is a desk-based role where you'll use your marine science and resource management knowledge to help make sure DOC's marine resource management advice is informed by high-quality evidence and clear, consistent information. You will work with colleagues across DOC to support resource management processes and help translate data and policy into clear guidance that staff can use in their day-to-day mahi. Your work will help us improve how we understand and care for our marine ecosystems. In this role you will:Prepare clear, well'reasoned guidance on marine ecosystems and resource management.Help assess the risks and benefits of permit applications, including those processed under fast'track pathways.Help translate technical and scientific information into plain English for staff and partners.Support the development of tools and resources that help DOC staff in their marine conservation mahi.Your work will make a direct contribution to DOC's broader biodiversity, ecosystem and resource management objectives. This is a full time, fixed term role or secondment opportunity (secondments from other agencies are welcomed) until 30 April 2027 to backfill the incumbent who is on secondment. This role is based in Wellington, but we will consider other locations for the right candidate. Click here for the Role Description Ng&#257 p&#363kenga me ng&#257 wheako | Skills and experienceYou'll bring a strong interest in marine ecosystems and the role of science in conservation. You will be confident working with policy and data, asking good questions, and applying sound reasoning to explain technical information in a clear and accessible way. If you have most of the following, we are keen to hear from you:A degree in marine science with an ecosystem focus - postgraduate qualifications (MSc or PhD) are welcomeDemonstrated experience in providing marine ecological advice for Resource Management Act and Fast-track applicationsCommunicates clearly and confidently in writing and in personThinks critically and can draw logical, evidence'based conclusionsWorks well with others and builds strong working relationshipsCan prioritise, stay organised and take initiativeCommitted to continuous learning and supporting conservation outcomesExperience working with scientific or monitoring dataAbility to interpret and explain technical informationEffective problem'solver, and has good judgement. He aha ng&#257 p&#257inga m&#333u? | 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 inai&#257nei | Apply nowApply 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: $93,656-$118,510, depending on skills and experience.Eligibility: You must hold a valid New Zealand work visa that covers the duration of employment. For secondments: You are encouraged to discuss secondment opportunities with your line manager. Secondments should support the development of skills and experience aligned with your development plan. You must seek support from your line manager before applying for a secondment. For internal secondments, approval from your one-up manager is also required before you can be released for a secondment opportunity. Please note, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role.' R&#257 whakakapi | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Sunday, 4 October 2026. This advert may close early, so please apply promptlyMe he p&#257tai an&#333, whakap&#257 mai | For further enquiries, please contact Malene Felsing, Marine Ecosystems Manager, at mfelsing@doc.govt.nz

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