Asset Specialist - Planning at Department of Conservation, Canterbury

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Provide expert guidance in Asset Management for conservation
  
  
• $96,185.00 - $137,000.00
  
  
• Permanent full time, Eastern South Island location - Christchurch, Mt Cook, Mahaanui, Rangiora, Geraldine, Twizel

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 Asset Specialist - Planning supports the Strategic Asset Manager and wider business by providing expert guidance in the development, implementation and management of regional infrastructure and asset management plans.

The position focus is:

• providing asset management support and specialist advice to the Department's Eastern South Island Region and its Districts (North Canterbury, Mahaanui, Geraldine, Aoraki Mt Cook and Twizel)
  
• developing and implementing regional infrastructure plans and programmes to meet required safety standards and Levels of Service
  
• operationalising the national asset policies, strategies, and standards for use across DOC using asset management best practice
  
• creating optimised asset maintenance programmes to achieve required Levels of Service
  
• maintaining and improving the asset data within the Asset Management System
  
• planning and scheduling asset inspections, preventive maintenance, and corrective actions to ensure operational reliability
  
• collaborating across teams and providing specialist advice to build capability and promote sound asset management practices
  
• ensuring DOC operates as an honourable treaty partner
  

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Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

If you have some of following, we are keen to hear from you:

• Specialist knowledge of asset management planning, including developing and implementing processes that optimise asset lifecycle and ensure compliance.
  
• Proven experience in creating and delivering optimised asset maintenance programmes.
  
• Proficient with computerised maintenance management systems (e.g., SAP/EAM) to support asset lifecycle management.
  
• Strong collaboration skills with the ability to build trust, influence stakeholders, and incorporate diverse perspectives while staying on track.
  
• Understanding of conservation principles and their connection to asset management.
  
• Current full New Zealand driver licence.
  
• Awareness of DOC's role and the wider public sector's impact on the Māori-Crown relationship.
  

Mō te tīma | About the team

The Asset Management Unit, within the Organisational Support Group, delivers efficient and streamlined asset management service nationally across the department.



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.

We support flexible work arrangements for our kaimahi who are working in a wide variety of roles and locations across Aotearoa. Flexible options will be considered based on your role and in discussion with your leader.



Tonoa inaiānei | Apply now

Apply online with a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant 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 $96,185.00 - $137,000.00 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 20 January 2026

Depending on the volume of applications received, we may close this advertisement early, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Me he pātai anō, whakapā mai | For further enquiries, please contact Kushla Tapper, ktapper@doc.govt.nz

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