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• A diverse and essential role at the heart of our daily operations Permanent Part Time Role (20 hours per week) | $65,070 - $75,981 (1 FTE) Based in our Whakatane office - Opotiki/ Murupara locations may also be considered Support our people and places—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. Reporting to the Operations Advisor, this role plays a key part in delivering essential administrative support to help ensure the efficient and safe functioning of DOC facilities across the region. 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. We are open to considering candidates in Whakatāne (preferred) or Opotiki/ Murupara. 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 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 (1FTE) 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 11th January 2026. Please note, the DOC offices will be closed over the Christmas and NY break, reopening on the 5th Jan. 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