Hamilton City, Waikato, New Zealand · Hybrid
$81k–$102k/yr
Drive the development of integrated regional plans that align with org strategies and direction to make a difference for Te Taiao. Support districts to develop district plans aligning with regional and national directive…
Skills: Strategic planning, Biodiversity management, Business planning, Financial management, Performance reporting
Hamilton City, Waikato, New Zealand · On-site
Company Description Animal Education and Control is operated by the Hamilton City Council; our goal is to create well educated dog owners. We get dogs for all sorts of reasons and work towards reuniting the dogs with the…
Skills: Animal welfare, Animal handling, Customer service, Communication skills, Data entry
Hamilton City, Waikato, New Zealand · On-site
Company Description Hamilton City and Waikato District Councils have formed a publicly owned, Council-controlled Organisation (CCO) to deliver water services across Hamilton city and Waikato district. The company is call…
Skills: Laboratory management, ISO 17025 compliance, IANZ accreditation, Water quality testing, Team leadership
Hamilton City, Waikato, New Zealand · On-site
Company Description Animal Education and Control is operated by the Hamilton City Council; our goal is to create well educated dog owners. We get dogs for all sorts of reasons and work towards reuniting the dogs with the…
Skills: Animal welfare, Animal handling, Customer service, Data entry, Communication
Hamilton City, Waikato, New Zealand · On-site
Shape the future of transport by connecting people, places and long term planning. Permanent, full-time opportunity based in Waikato / Bay of PlentyInfluence the future of New Zealand's transport systemBuild strong regio…
Skills: Transport planning, Strategic planning, Land-use integration, Spatial planning, Stakeholder engagement
Hamilton City, Waikato, New Zealand · On-site
Company Description Hamilton City and Waikato District Councils have formed a publicly owned, Council-controlled Organisation (CCO) to deliver water services across Hamilton city and Waikato district. The company is call…
Skills: Laboratory management, Water quality testing, ISO 17025 compliance, IANZ accreditation, Team leadership
Hamilton City, Waikato, New Zealand · On-site
$61k–$67k/yr
Help shape the future of Education We shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomes Our organisation is made up of talented and committed people around Aotearoa New Zealand, from a wide range o…
Skills: Operational support, Financial administration, Payroll, Records management, Data management
Hamilton City, Waikato, New Zealand · On-site
$61k–$74k/yr
The Ministry of Social Development Multiple full-time, permanent roles available (37.55 hours per week) Start date: 27 October 2026 Starting salary: $61,466 with annual salary progression We are a high-energy, whānau-foc…
Skills: Customer service, Inbound phone support, Empathy, Communication, Problem solving
Hamilton City, Waikato, New Zealand · Hybrid
$123k–$141k/yr
Lead the University’s academic governance and quality assurance services supporting a distinctive and future-focussed education. Continuing, full-time role based at our Hillcrest Campus Additional university leave and co…
Skills: Academic governance, Quality assurance, Strategic leadership, Curriculum development, Policy development
Hamilton City, Waikato, New Zealand · Hybrid
$145k–$166k/yr
Lead student learning, accessibility, and careers and employability services that help students participate, progress and thrive. Continuing, full-time role based at our Hillcrest Campus Additional university leave and c…
Skills: Strategic leadership, Operational leadership, Pedagogical understanding, Accessibility, Equity
Hamilton City, Waikato, New Zealand · On-site
$93k–$110k/yr
This permanent Lecturer role offers the opportunity to develop a high-impact research programme focused on reducing crime and enhancing community safety in Aotearoa New Zealand. • Research-intensive, globally connected u…
Skills: Criminology, Research methodology, Academic teaching, Student supervision, Strategic foresight
Hamilton City, Waikato, New Zealand · On-site
$100k–$121k/yr
Help shape the future of Education We work to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomes Our organisation is made up of talented and committed people around Aotearoa, from a wide range of ba…
Skills: Learning support, Educational leadership, Data analysis, Policy implementation, Professional development
Hamilton City, Waikato, New Zealand · Hybrid
$123k–$141k/yr
Lead the University’s student success and resolution services, helping students transition, persist and achieve across their studies. Continuing, full-time role based at our Hillcrest Campus Additional university leave a…
Skills: Strategic leadership, Student success, Operational oversight, Change management, Stakeholder engagement
Hamilton City, Waikato, New Zealand · On-site
$88k–$100k/yr
• Help build the hospital placement network that will support New Zealand's newest graduate-entry medical school. • Are you an experienced project coordinator and relationship builder with a background in health, educati…
Skills: Project Coordination, Stakeholder Engagement, Relationship Management, Programme Implementation, Clinical Education
Hamilton City, Waikato, New Zealand · On-site
Build a modern analytics and insights capability that shapes University-wide decision-making. Lead the next evolution of our analytics and reporting Combine advanced data science with compelling visualisation, interpreta…
Skills: Advanced Analytics, Data Science, Predictive Modelling, Machine Learning, Statistical Inference
Hamilton City, Waikato, New Zealand · On-site
Join an award-winning, high performing and fun Communications team Hone your skills in internal communications in a rewarding, large organisation A rare internal comms opening in Hamilton Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga – About…
Skills: Internal Communications, Content Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Writing, Attention To Detail
Hamilton City, Waikato, New Zealand · Hybrid
Are you passionate about advancing open research and supporting research excellence in a dynamic university environment? • Support research excellence in a dynamic university environment • Enjoy meaningful work with flex…
Skills: Strategic Leadership, Open Research, Research Analytics, Scholarly Communications, People Management
Hamilton City, Waikato, New Zealand • Hybrid
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The Regional Planner will develop and implement integrated regional plans that align biodiversity, heritage, and community priorities with organizational strategies. They will provide functional advice and performance assurance to district operations teams to ensure regional conservation outcomes are met.
The role requires an experienced professional with a background in planning, performance improvement, and conservation management. Candidates must possess strong analytical skills, proficiency in business and financial reporting, and a deep understanding of Treaty settlement contexts.
Drive the development of integrated regional plans that align with org strategies and direction to make a difference for Te Taiao.
Support districts to develop district plans aligning with regional and national directives.
A collaborative thinker looking for diversity in work programmes who enjoys complexity and challenge.
Salary Range: $80,054 - $101,142 | Permanent full time | Hamilton Based
Are you passionate about conservation, biodiversity, and community engagement? Do you thrive in roles that blend strategic planning with hands-on execution? Have you worked within Tiriti work planning spaces?
As our Regional Planner, you will be at the heart of crafting and executing strategic plans that integrate our biodiversity, heritage, visitor, Treaty and community priorities within the Hauraki-Waikato-Taranaki region. You will work closely across the region as required to ensure annual planning supports long-term outcomes, while also providing essential support and advice to the district Operations teams and regional leadership cohort.
The position will be focussed on:
providing functional advice, having more of a focus on biodiversity, with the ability to integrate planning alongside other functions – Visitor, Heritage, Tiriti and Community
problem solving applying a solutions-focused mindset
providing advice and working to support district teams to establish organisational priority uptake across the region, and ensure regional context is driven to deliver on making a difference
overseeing performance reporting and provide assurance on progress towards targets
contributing to regional reports by analysing operational and project delivery trends and recommending improvements
supporting improvement initiatives that align with conservation outcomes, Treaty outcomes, capability training, skills and culture work at a regional level.
This is a regional role that provides support to the wider region, involving some travel as required.
This role is not a field delivery role. The planning aspect focuses on work planning, implementing strategy into operational work focus areas and supporting others to work towards the goal of quality over quantity and the right level of work. It is not related to regulatory or consent planning.
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This role is suitable for an experienced operator who has a demonstrated background in planning and performance improvements. Most importantly above all is the ability to be pragmatic, show initiative and problem solve.
If you have the following, we are keen to hear from you:
Understanding of conservation management and national strategies, with a particular focus on biodiversity outcomes.
Ability to work collaboratively and adapt to an environment of pace at times.
Proficiency in business planning, financial management systems, and performance reporting.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to integrate and present data insights effectively along with report writing.
Proven experience in long-term outcome planning and consultative operational delivery.
Knowledge and understanding of Treaty Settlement and implementation context.
DOC is committed to a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow. We’re driven by our values and behaviours, and are working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive by default.
We also support flexible working arrangements for our kaimahi across Aotearoa, with options considered based on the role and in discussion with your leader.
Apply online with your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and motivation. We’re unable to accept emailed applications or provide feedback to applicants not shortlisted.
If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, let us know and we’ll try to accommodate.
Salary: $80,695 - $101,951, depending on skills and experience.
Eligibility: You must hold a valid NZ work visa that covers the duration of employment.
Please note, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role.
Rā whakakapi | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Monday 24th August. This advert may close early, so please apply promptly
Me he pātai anō, whakapā mai | For further enquiries, please contact Sarah Carter, Regional Planning and Performance Manager, sacarter@doc.govt.nz
Conserving New Zealand’s natural and historic heritage for all to enjoy now and in the future. 🌿
The Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai is a great place to work for anyone who is passionate about nature and the environment. As the government agency charged with conserving Aotearoa New Zealand’s natural and historic heritage, we are responsible for caring for the land, water and our native species. We have team members spread throughout the country who work hard to ensure that Papatūānuku can thrive. They perform a huge range of tasks, from specialists undertaking ground-breaking projects through to support staff who enable our mahi; and rangers operating at the forefront of conservation. The work we do impacts the people of Aotearoa New Zealand and our many visitors and will have continued and far-reaching effects for generations to come. Our commitment to being an honourable Treaty Partner and collaboration with local iwi, community groups and businesses is critical to setting the foundations for future conservation success. We support flexible working, and a transparent and collaborative culture, as well as career development and training opportunities. If you are interested in joining a team of people who love what they do, find out more about a career with the Department of Conservation.
Offices: Conservation House, 18 - 32 Manners Street, Wellington, 6011, NZ
There are currently 17 open government & public sector positions in Hamilton City, New Zealand listed on Clera. New openings are added daily as companies post roles.
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