SLM Advisor (x2) at Department of Conservation, Wellington

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Advise on land tenure matters, process statutory consents, contribute to conservation outcomes through your day to day mahi
  
  
• $68,878.00 - $87,265.00
  
  
• X2 permanent full time opportunities, flexible to any location with a DOC Office

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

Are you passionate about making a tangible difference in the way Aotearoa manages and protects its land? Join DOC and contribute to shaping conservation outcomes through statutory land management.

Our SLM (Statutory Land Management) Team manage the land assets that the Department of Conservation is responsible for. Working closely with a high performing, nationally distributed team, the position will be focused on;

• providing expertise in land tenure matters, associated with the relevant legislation administered by the Department
  
• processing statutory consents, along with the acquisition, protection, and disposal of land
  
• build and maintain relationships with a wide range of people and industries, providing timely and professional advice to operations, internal and external customers
  

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Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

As a SLM Advisor, you will thrive in an environment where no two days are the same. If you have the following attributes, we are keen to hear from you:

• experience in interpreting, analysing and applying legislation to applications. Knowledge in dealing with land titles and cadastral survey systems would be beneficial.
  

• A good understanding of the relevant legislative processes (eg Reserves Act, Conservation Act, Public Works Act, Land Transfer Act) would be viewed favourably
  

• are a confident and able communicator (written and verbal) who builds trust with others
  

• are solution focussed and able to manage having a high number of tasks on the go and apply organising tools to make the best use of your time
  

Mō te tīma | About the team

The Land Regulatory Delivery Team sits within the Treaty Negotiations and Land Directorate and is one area responsible for managing and overseeing the stewardship of DOC's Crown land asset. Working with others, we ensure land use and regulatory compliance under several pieces of core legislation that DOC is responsible for.



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 $68,878.00 - $87,265.00 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 Wednesday, 22 April 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 Dan Daly, ddaly@doc.govt.nz

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