Ko wai matou Who are we
Te Kaunihera-a-rohe o Ngamotu - New Plymouth District Council is a local government organisation located in the heart of New Plymouth. Our vision is to be the Sustainable Lifestyle Capital, and our district boasts a spectacular natural beauty from Taranaki Maunga to the moana. In 2021, we were awarded the most liveable city (for a population between 75,000-150,000) by the International Awards for Liveable Communities. We work collaboratively with iwi, Government, not-for-profits and businesses to achieve outcomes that benefit our community.
Te aheinga The opportunity
Be part of our Operational Excellence Group and make a difference in our community's essential services! We're looking for an experienced Quality and Compliance Business Partner to join our Three Waters Team at the New Plymouth District Council. In this pivotal role, you'll provide specialist advice and support the implementation and promotion of quality management, health & safety, environmental compliance, and emergency management practices. Your work will be key to ensuring we meet the highest standards across our water, wastewater, and stormwater services.
Tino takohanga Key responsibilities
Support the Quality & Compliance Lead to develop the quality & compliance strategy to enhance the performance of the Operational Excellence Group.
Provide specialist advice for the implementation and enhancement of quality, environmental compliance, health and safety and emergency response management systems and processes specific for the infrastructure group.
Support the maintenance, communication, implementation and compliance of quality, environmental compliance and emergency management policies, procedures and systems.
Support the Quality & Compliance Lead to implement the internal audit programme and ensure timely reporting of compliance.
Support the investigation and reporting of incidents/learning opportunities (events).
Monitor implementation of corrective actions for significant audits and events.
Project management as requested by Quality & Compliance Lead.
Actively ensure that legislative requirements and Council policies and procedures are fulfilled, particularly in relation to all key relevant legislation.
Nga tino pukenga me nga wheako Essential skills and experience
Tertiary qualification in Science or Environmental Engineering.
Qualification and/or experience in quality management, or in a quality control laboratory, auditing and ISO standards and/or HACCP (or equivalent).
Knowledge of information management systems.
Knowledge of health and safety management systems.
Knowledge of environmental compliance.
Knowledge of emergency management.
He aha ai a Taranaki? Why Taranaki?
With the stunning Mt Taranaki as a backdrop and the warm iron sands along our coast, it is no wonder Taranaki is one of the best regions in New Zealand and the world. In Taranaki it's easy to achieve an enviable lifestyle without having to compromise your career. Our regions' dynamic surf, multitude of parks and gardens, iconic walkways, major events calendar and mountain playground make this the place to live!
Ou matou rourou What we offer
At the New Plymouth District Council we aim to create and sustain a truly rewarding workplace environment for our staff including solid career pathways, learning and development opportunities as well as personal and professional development.
You can expect to start in this permanent full-time role with us between $87,215 - $93,998.
We have also put together an Our Peoples Package that spans Wellbeing, Development, Benefits, Culture and Recognition.
If you think this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!
Applications close Wednesday 27th November 2024.
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