Team Leader - Technical Support

We are looking for a Team Leader – Technical Support to lead a team of dedicated technical officers at the Taranaki Regional Council. This position is permanent full time.

Mō mātou | About us

We are an enthusiastic bunch of people at Taranaki Regional Council, helping the region continue to be an enviable place to live, play and do business.

Our mission is to work for a thriving Taranaki by promoting the sustainable use, development and protection of our natural and physical resources, and advocating for the region’s best interests.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

Leading a team of dedicated technical officers at Taranaki Regional Council the Team Leader – Technical Support will be instrumental in overseeing the delivery of a range of environmental monitoring activities to support Council’s state of environmental and compliance monitoring and reporting programmes, and science research and investigations. A key aspect of this role is working alongside the Team Leader – Environmental Data and Laboratory Services Co-ordinator to develop and implement national environmental monitoring standards and standard operating procedures.

Managing various activities across the team including:

• Supervising day to day delivery of a range of environmental monitoring activities, including monitoring of air quality, land and soils, surface and groundwater, and coastal and marine environments

• Mentoring and developing technical officers to ensure the timely delivery of field monitoring and reporting activities, ensuring work programmes are aligned with the goals of the Environment Quality group

• Managing technical officers workloads and identifying applicable training and development needs

• Seeking and driving proactive solutions to environmental problems

• Maintaining oversight of best practice and emerging methods/technology in environmental monitoring

• Engaging with internal and external stakeholders to raise awareness of Council roles and activities

As team leader you are responsible for building capability, setting clear expectations, and providing mentoring and development opportunities. Of course there will also be guidance and support from other team leaders, Manager – Environmental Assurance and the Director – Environment Quality.

Mōu | About you

You will bring professionalism and versatility to the team, creating an environment where people are supported and feel proud about the work they do.  We like to set people up for success so you’ll be a leading applicant if you also have:

• Proven experience in people management with the desire and enthusiasm to build a positive team culture

• Demonstrable experience in the delivery of field monitoring for a range of environmental monitoring activities, including data capture to support science research and investigations

• Resourcefulness and resilience with exceptional communication and cultural intelligence skills

• High level of professional and technical knowledge of current and emerging environmental monitoring techniques, data analysis and technical report writing

• An appreciation and understanding of Māori cultural and spiritual values

• Ability to think strategically and take an organisation-wide perspective

• A post-graduate qualification in a relevant discipline or relevant experience

• A strong understanding of the Resource Management Act 1991, national policy  statements, regulations and standards, and other relevant legislation

What’s on offer?

Taranaki Regional Council is a fantastic place to work! We have a great Environment Quality team. We do offer job training opportunities as well as the programmes to assist further career development.  We have an active social club, long service leave days, and many other perks.  However, the best part is working alongside fantastic people who are truly dedicated to the Taranaki region.

Interested? Here’s how to apply

Apply using the link below, fill out your application form and add your CV and cover letter. Further details on the role can be found in the Position Description, or for any other questions please contact Karen Smylie, HR Manager on (06) 765 7127.

Applications close on Monday 14 February 2022 and must be made directly through the application link.

Please note, all new employees to the Taranaki Regional Council must be able to provide proof that they have been vaccinated against COVID-19.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we have received sufficient applications. Please submit your applications as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

The Council is committed to the concept of equal employment opportunities.