Senior Technical Advisor I Petroleum & MineralsThe Senior Technical Advisor is a senior regulatory role, supporting MBIE's regulation of the petroleum and minerals sectors under the Crown Minerals Act 1991 and related legislation.About the Role:The Senior Technical Advisor supports the Manager Regulatory Operations in delivering a diverse range of services to the wider Petroleum & Minerals team including analytical and written work to drive robust statutory decisions; process improvement; servicing the Minister and other information requests; risk, assurance and governance; contract management; and compliance and reporting.The Senior Technical Advisor also leads MBIE's integration with other parts of government in relation to the petroleum and minerals sectors. These include WorkSafe, regional and district councils, the Department of Conservation, and the Environmental Protection Authority. Your role will be to ensure that MBIE joins up with other parts of government to ensure that the petroleum and minerals sectors are regulated efficiently and effectively.Though classified as a technical role, due to the short-term nature of the appointment we welcome applications from people with deep public sector experience and familiarity with regulatory systems and processes.Skills and Experience Required:Demonstrated experience and expertise in preparing written communications for a wide variety of audiences including Ministers and stakeholders.The ability to understand complex new situations, identify risks, design solutions, and deliver practical outcomes within required frames.The ability to plan and organize a wide range of tasks and projects.Ideally, experience in local government or another regulator which you can bring to enhance MBIE's Crown Minerals Act regulation.Ideally, technical expertise or experience in one or more of the following - planning/resource management, natural resource law, geology, environmental science, engineering.An interest in the regulation of the full life-cycle of minerals and petroleum permits, and a commitment to ensure that regulation of these sectors is effective, efficient, and risk-based.Proven ability to build strong relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, and with Maori.How to Apply:Click here to view a position description. All applications must be submitted via our online process and include a Cover Letter and CV outlining your interest and suitability for the role.Email Jess Dalbeth at ****** quoting ref MBIE/16291 if you have any further questions.Applications close on Sunday 5 January 2025 (midnight).
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