Oamaru, Otago

Local Government, Government (Government & Defence)

Full time

Full Time Fixed Term

Are you someone with a can-do attitude who is searching for a new and exciting challenge? If you seek out variety and like doing something different every day, then this might be the job for you!

The Waitaki District Council is looking for a Regulatory Services Officer to join our Animal Management team on an 18-24-month basis.

About the Role

In this role, you will be working with an experienced and capable team within the Regulatory Services unit. You will be delivering animal management services and will have the chance to develop new skills while delivering a range of compliance and enforcement activities within the Waitaki district.

This is a full-time position; however, you will be required to undertake rostered after-hours duties, including some weekend callouts and answering after-hours enquiries. This role offers plenty of variety as no two days are the same.

Our Council is going through a period of Transformation so that we can deliver the best for our district. This is an exciting time to be joining us - you certainly won't be bored, and our team is friendly and welcoming.

About You

This role requires someone with:

• Proven knowledge and experience of working with dogs and stock control.
• The ability to apply a range of legislation to different regulatory scenarios to maintain compliance.
• Investigations and/or auditing experience, including conducting interviews and recording statements.
• The ability to exercise judgement and use discretion to make sound decisions.
• A calm disposition along with conflict-resolution and de-escalation skills
• A full clean driver's license, as a dedicated Council vehicle would be available.

Animal handling and confidence to manage dogs or wandering stock are important, but to be considered for this role you must also be able to demonstrate how you meet the above requirements.

What is in it for You?

Council offers a comprehensive range of benefits - including:

• Flexible work options
• Five days sick leave upon commencement
• Professional development opportunities
• Group discount medical insurance
• Income protection insurance
• Discounted BP fuel card
• Discounted gym membership.

About Waitaki

Waitaki is increasingly diverse, and we reflect this by employing across a broad array of life experiences and backgrounds. Our staff come for the lifestyle and stay for the culture. We build local input into our decision making and place a high value on community feedback. Our staff are a vibrant part of the community. We are small enough to take the time to listen, to meet face to face, and be real.

Sound interesting? Apply today!

Enquiries regarding the position can be made to Tristan Hope, Senior Compliance Officer, Regulatory Services on 03 433 0300 or [email protected]

Applications close 11 March 2024 at 5.00pm.

To apply for this job and to view the position description go to: https://waitakidistrictcouncil.recruitmenthub.co.nz/Vacancies & enter ref code: 6545618. Applications close 11 March 2024