Auckland Local Advisory Committee Members at Fire and Emergency New Zealand, Auckland

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Local Advisory Committees: call for new voices 

We're seeking members for the new Auckland LAC that are well connected to diverse communities, businesses and industries and can share these perspectives in an advisory and governance setting. Learn more about the committees already established. 

Reflecting the diversity of community voices 

E koekoe te tūī, e ketekete te kākā, e kūkū te kererū 
Reflecting the diversity of community voices 

This historic whakataukī reminds us that it takes a multitude of voices to create harmony 

About; 

Attend our online information sessions to learn more

Local Advisory Committees (LACs) are appointed by the Fire and Emergency New Zealand Board and provide independent advice about what their communities value, their needs, and the risks they face. The LACs help to shape the future of Fire and Emergency's work with communities, businesses and industries to prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies when they happen.  

Learn more about the committees already established.  

The Auckland LAC is from Mangawhai in the north to Bombay in the south and will work with three of Fire and Emergency's Districts – Auckland City, Counties Manukau and Waitemata. Appointments are for up to three years, with the possibility of reappointment.  

Are you someone who​: 

• Is a leader in your communities, business and industries,are well connected and can communicate with a broad range of interest groups​? 

• Understands local risks and issues and has a desire to make our communities safe, both now and into the future​? 

• Has governance experience and / or emerging talent who can think strategically and pragmatically? 

• Is known for your integrity in your local community​? 

• Is highly collaborative and inclusive of different views​? 

What is expected​ of committee members:

• Attend all committee meetings, preparing and participating in discussions  

• Actively develop and maintain various community relationships to share the needs and risks of those communities​ 

• Input into planning and reporting, providing a voice how Fire and Emergency New Zealand can make a difference​ 

• Exercise confidentiality, discretion and personal sensitivity and adhere to Fire and Emergency New Zealand policies and guidelines​ 

Benefits​ for committee members:

• Make a difference to your community by helping shape plans to reduce impacts of emergencies on your community​ 

• Working with the Fire and Emergency New Zealand Board, District management, members of your committee and committees across Aotearoa New Zealand​ 

• Gain experience in governance ​ 

If this sounds like you, then we would love to receive your application. Apply now! 

Applications are open from 25 September until 23 October. Please note that the applications require a written response to questions, if you need support or would prefer to provide a verbal response, please let us know.  

If you have any questions, please contact us at LACApply@fireandemergency.nz