Job Title: Fishery Officer Role type: Permanent, full-time Location: Invercargill Salary range: $70,675 to $83,157 depending on skills and experience Applications from MPI employees with Affected status will be given priority consideration Korero mo te Turanga - About the Role The working life of a Fishery Officer is varied and interesting. On any given day you may find yourself patrolling the beaches and boat ramps, educating the public on the fishing rules, inspecting recreational and/or commercial fishing vessels, preparing a file for prosecution, taking part in a surveillance operation, gathering intelligence on fisheries offending, and/or in the office analysing fisheries information. Developing and maintaining relationships with tangata whenua and stakeholder groups who use the fisheries resource is also an important aspect of this role. We are looking for someone with a passion for our marine environment and ensuring it is sustainably utilised and protected for future generations. What we expect from our frontline staff: * Work under the direction of the District Manager and, in time, using your experience, develop your own work plans and strategies dealing with the issues and priorities in your area * Be responsible for the education, monitoring, and inspection activities across the Fisheries sector * Detect, investigate, and act against breaches of fisheries legislation * Collate, interpret, and monitor fishing related information and electronic data * Effectively communicate and develop professional working relationships at all levels of the community and the fishing industry Mou - About You Fishery Officers will have an interest in the marine environment and some knowledge of how the New Zealand Fisheries framework system works. This is an opportunity to combine problem solving with sustainability. You may have studied some Marine Biology, traced a special relationship to the moana through generations, have an operational background, have worked in enforcement, or maybe it's something else that inspires you to this role. You'll be happy to work some unsociable hours (weekends, public holidays, early or late and during the night) when required and in differing environments. This includes being on call to attend to complaints from the public. You'll also be comfortable being away from home for a night or two, perhaps longer on occasion. This could be for training purposes, for patrols, or to support work in other parts of NZ. This can include patrol deployments on Navy, Airforce, or other government assets. Ideally, you will have: * An enquiring and analytical mindset * Experience with report writing * An ability to keep your cool and communicate effectively in confrontational situations. This happens from time to time as this is an enforcement role. * A basic understanding of Te Tiriti and its importance in a NZ Fisheries context * Computer literacy and skills in the use of the Microsoft Office suite. * Passion, motivation, and a drive to succeed as both an individual and as part of a team If successfully shortlisted, you will need to be able to attend an all-day assessment centre in Invercargill Saturday 17 August 2024 If shortlisted for a final interview, you will also need to be able to attend this in Invercargill Sunday 18 August 2024. Preferred candidates will be asked to complete the fitness test at the assessment centre. Fitness test requirements are detailed in the attached job description. If you are selected as a preferred candidate and accept the job, you will need to be able to attend a residential training course in Wellington from 23 September to 11 October 2024 or at the next training date. Please consider your availability for these dates before applying. We anticipate the successful candidates to start in either August or September 2024. You do not need to meet all of the role requirements to apply. We offer a breadth of development and learning opportunities and will welcome an application if you think you could make a great fit. Mo to matou Ropu - About the Team The area you will be working in is known as the Southland District. This area extends from Long Point in the Catlins to the Awarua Point at the top of Fiordland on the West Coast and everything south of that, which includes pristine areas like Fiordland, the Catlins, and Stewart Island. The team is made up of Fishery Officers, with support staff, and a District Manager. The team comes from a variety of backgrounds and are generally people who enjoy time in the outdoors, on the water, engaging with people, and problem solving. We are a driven and passionate team who work hard but like to have fun together and celebrate success. Mo te Manatu Ahu Matua - About MPI We're passionate about growing prosperity in the sector while ensuring respect for Kaitiaki – guardianship of our natural resources. Nga hua o te mahi i te Manatu Ahu Matua - Benefits of working at MPI * Additional MPI leave days * Ability to purchase extra annual leave * We have a comprehensive role specific training programme this is delivered online and has a 3-week residential portion. Training continues throughout the role. Wa Mahi Ngawari - Flexible Working We support flexible working arrangements and are happy to discuss these options with you. Nga Taki Whakahaumaru - Security checks Higher level Security Clearance * most preferably a NZ citizen who has resided continuously in NZ for at least the last ten (10) years, OR * is a citizen of, and/or has resided continuously in one or more of the following countries for the last ten (10) years: either Australia, Canada, NZ, UK, or the USA; and has a background history that is verifiable and can be assessed as appropriate by the NZSIS towards a recommendation of suitability for a security clearance at a higher level. * click here to find out more about the national security vetting process and access the eligibility self-check tool. If you do not meet these minimum criteria, we will not be able to accept your application. Whakamatau Whakapoauau me te Waipiro - Drug and Alcohol Screening Given this position is safety sensitive the preferred applicants for the position will be required to undergo a drug and alcohol pre-employment screening test. Further information on this process can be found on our careers site under the application process, on pre-employment checks page. Kua rite koe mo tenei mahi whaitake? - Are you ready to make a difference?We are committed to being a good partner under Te Tiriti o Waitangi which includes working closely with iwi, hapu, whanau and hapori. We aspire to reflect the diverse communities we serve, so we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, and identities. As an organisation, we are committed to making Manatu Ahu Matua a great place to work for all. In your cover letter we'd like to know about you, your values, your whakapapa; your interest and motivations for this role; the abilities, strengths, personal attributes, and diverse perspectives you will bring to the role and this organisation, which may have also been gained outside of the workforce. To view the position description and/or apply online, please click "APPLY FOR THIS JOB" or visit the MPI Careers Site. To apply, you must hold the right to work in New Zealand or be eligible to obtain it – click here to find out more about work visa eligibility and options. Applications close at midnight 5 August 2024. If you have any questions about the role, please email ****** Whaia nga tuhononga ki MPI i konei – Follow MPI here Links to Facebook, MPI Careers, LinkedIn, Twitter
