Site Support Officer at Department of Conservation | Te Papa Atawhai

Te Kūiti, Waikato, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Mar, 26

Salary

75981.0

Posted On

08 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Administration Support, Facility Management, Problem Solving, Organizational Skills, Relationship Building, Collaboration, Tech-Savvy, Proactive Approach, Continuous Improvement

Industry

Government Administration

Description

A pivotal administration role supporting conservation mahi in the Maniapoto office Permanent Part Time Role | 0.5 FTE – 20 hours per week Salary Range $65,070 - $75,981 (1 FTE) Join an organisation where your contributions genuinely matter and keep our office running smoothly. Support our people and places in an integral all-round role keeping our regional office ticking. 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 across Aotearoa. When nature thrives, we all thrive. Ko tā Te Papa Atawhai he tiaki, he whakarauora anō hoki i te taiao puta noa i Aotearoa. He oranga taiao, he oranga tangata. Mō te tūranga | About the role The Department of Conservation have recently made some big changes to help our people and operations work better together—so we can achieve the conservation outcomes we’re aiming for. As part of this, we’ve introduced a new role: Site Support Officer – Maniapoto. This position is based in Te Kuiti and is central to ensuring our office and facilities run efficiently and safely. Reporting to the Principal Ranger, Waitomo, the person in this role becomes the go-to person for everything from office management to health and safety checks, helping the team so they can do the mahi out in the field. The position will be focussed on: Supporting the Site Lead to ensure smooth and safe operation of DOC premises, acting as the main site contact for office and facility issues Being the go-to person for general office management Ensuring DOC pool vehicles at site are fit for purpose and maintained as required (such as services and WOFs etc) Support key site health and safety tasks such as safety/fire drills, site inductions, regular checks and ACC safety audits Please note: This role is 0.5FTE (20 hours per week). Days/ Hours to be negotiated between hiring manager and successful candidate. Click here for the Role Description Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience If you have some of following, we are keen to hear from you: Experience in a broad administration support, facility or fleet management role A detail-oriented problem solver with strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities with ease Can build relationships and work collaboratively with a range of people Tech-savvy and an early adopter of new systems and technologies You bring a proactive approach and a continuous improvement mindset, always looking for more efficient ways to get things done Our Values At The Department of Conservation, everyone’s journey is unique. Every purpose, personal. That’s why we believe your career should be more than a role… it should be a path that reflects who you are, what you value, and the difference you want to make. Here, you’ll find more than a workplace. You’ll find a team united and guided by values that matter: Integrity, because trust and honesty are non-negotiable Empowerment, because when we lift each other, we all rise higher Connection, because collaboration sparks progress Achievement, because results mean more when they create real impact This is a place where nature thrives because people do. He aha ngā pāinga mōu? | 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. Tonoa inaiānei | Apply now Apply online with a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant administration 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 during the recruitment process, please let us know. The salary range for this position is $65,070 - $75,981 (1 FTE) 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. Due to high volumes, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role. Rā whakakapi | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Sunday 21st December 2025 Shortlisting and interviews for this role will be scheduled in the New Year once the Maniapoto office reopens. Me he pātai anō, whakapā mai | For further enquiries, please contact Leeza Young, Senior Recruitment Advisor, leeyoung@doc.govt.nz Please note that we have replaced our previous recruitment system with Workday, you will need to create a new Candidate Home account when applying for new roles. The Department of Conservation is a great place to work for anyone who is passionate about nature and the environment. Our people are responsible for caring for our land, water and native species. Spread throughout the country, they ensure that nature can thrive. They perform a huge range of tasks in roles from technical specialists to support staff and frontline rangers. Read more about Our role: About us

Responsibilities

The Site Support Officer is responsible for ensuring the efficient and safe operation of the DOC premises and acting as the main site contact for office and facility issues. This includes general office management, vehicle maintenance, and supporting health and safety tasks.