Advisor HS Applications at Environmental Protection Authority, Wellington

This is a parental leave backfill fixed-term opportunity for 12 months. 

As an Advisor, you will be required to manage a busy workload of applications, work across a range of legislation and work streams, and contribute to the success of the EPA. You will be required to build strong, positive connections with customers, and your ability to communicate effectively is essential.  

If you have experience and skills in hazardous substances regulation, environmental management or regulatory science, this is the role for you.  

This role is based in our Wellington office. While we're happy to consider work-from-home arrangements, this role is not designed for full-time remote working.  

About you | Mōhou ake  

We are looking for someone who has a range of qualities that may include: 

• experience in regulatory systems, with a relevant tertiary qualification preferable 

• experience working with the Hazardous Substances and New Organisms Act 1996, the Ozone Layer Protection Act, the Import and Export Restrictions Act 1988, or similar 

• excellent communication, relationship building and reporting skills, with a desire to deliver great customer service as part of our role as a proactive regulator 

• self-motivated, driven to deliver under pressure, able to manage multiple tasks and set priorities, and achieve results within tight deadlines 

• have strong attention to detail, while applying sound judgement, common sense and a pragmatic approach to problem-solving  

• a proven ability to analyse technical material, comprehend information, identify and manages risks, and communicate it simply 

• Have the ability to work, and deliver, under pressure, set priorities, and achieve results in tight deadlines 

Every day is different, so you will need to be flexible and adaptable.  

What’s in it for you | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou 

The role provides plenty of variety, interesting and challenging opportunities, working with colleagues focused on making a difference. You will be joining a close-knit and supportive HSNO group who are focused and dedicated to our work and whānau.  

There are a range of benefits that our people value: 

• flexible working culture  

• three additional annual leave days between Christmas and New Years  

• $400 gross payment to help you set up working at home  

• an annual paid EPA Environment Day to support the community with environmental initiatives  

• in-house Māori cultural capability building programme  

• learning opportunities, including the annual Science Symposium  

• active and lively social club, and diverse groups and support networks  

• EPA awards recognising individual and team effort  

Salary Range 

$74,582 - $111,874 per annum (midpoint $93,228).   

This is the full salary range. Appointments will likely be made at or below the midpoint of this range, depending on skills and experience. An appointment at the midpoint assumes 100% competency in the role, with the full band covering a range of 80% - 120%.   

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono  

Complete the online application form and submit your CV and a covering letter.  

Please note: your covering letter is an important part of our assessment process. Please highlight how your experience relates to this role, and why you applied. Tell us about you, your values and/or whakapapa.  

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For more information, please contact recruit@epa.govt.nz or check out the careers section of our website www.epa.govt.nz/careers.