Biosecurity Compliance Officer - Environmental Steward

Te whakaaetaka me te tautukuka Consents and Compliance The Opportunity We are looking for Compliance Officer – Biosecurity/Senior Compliance Officer – Biosecurity to join our Environmental Implementation team on permanent, full-time, (37.5 hours per week) basis, in our busy Queenstown office. We welcome all skill levels, both entry level and senior experience, with details covered below for what the team is after. In this role you will be play a key role in setting and upholding compliance expectations across the region. The purpose of this position is to provide professional, legally and technically sound services to the Council for Biosecurity compliance under the main legislation the Otago Regional Council is responsible for. The role plays a critical role in protecting the environment, biodiversity, and primary industries by monitoring regulated biosecurity activities, investigating potential breaches, and taking appropriate compliance and enforcement actions when necessary. As a Compliance Officer – Biosecurity/Senior Compliance Officer - Biosecurity, you will be responsible for: Undertaking inspections and assessing compliance in relation to biosecurity Collecting surveillance and monitoring data while on compliance site visits Encouraging compliance through the provision of sound advice and information to the public Supporting the development of collateral to be utilised for biosecurity advice Supporting incursion responses where required About You Senior Compliance Officer – Biosecurity At least 5 years’ experience in data capture and analysis, risk management, working in a regional council or regulatory organisation, mentoring colleagues and delivering compliance outcomes Knowledge of pathways for biosecurity issues in freshwater, marine and terrestrial settings Ability to translate technical information, rules and policy into ‘on the ground’ solutions Compliance Officer – Biosecurity A tertiary qualification in an appropriate discipline e.g. Environmental management, conservation, biosecurity Experience in data capture and analysis Excellent communication skills, written and verbal Well-developed field skills, particularly with respect to safe outdoor working practices We recognise and celebrate diversity within Team ORC and are committed to providing a work environment that supports inclusion and equal opportunities. We actively encourage applications from anyone who will live our values of MANA- We influence with respect and integrity, TIKA- We do the right thing and do things right and AROHA- We show that we care. Benefits Flexible work opportunities Life Insurance 5 weeks annual leave Superannuation Competitive remuneration packages How to Apply If you meet the above criteria, we welcome your application, including your CV and cover letter outlining why you are the person for this role via the Apply button. Please note. We don\'t always work to fixed closing dates and may start considering and interviewing candidates as their applications are received, so we encourage you to apply early. At ORC, we value diversity, and the different strengths people bring. We can provide flexible recruitment options such as virtual interviews, online kōrero, or whānau-inclusive interviews. If you would like to have whānau support with you during your interview, just let us know—we welcome it! All candidates require the right to work in New Zealand. Salary: Senior Compliance Officer – Biosecurity: $82,000–$96,000; Compliance Officer – Biosecurity: $70,000–$82,000 Applications close: Friday 7 August 2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr