The Northland Regional Council has a vacancy for an Environmental Monitoring Officer based at our Bay of Islands office at Opua. The purpose of the position is the investigation of environmental incidents, the compliance monitoring of resource consents and associated enforcement work. Undertaking workplace hazardous substances inspections as part of the Council’s contract to the Department of Labour. Some state of the environment monitoring.

We are seeking an enthusiastic person with an appropriate tertiary qualification in environmental science or similar. Applicants must also have good communication, interpersonal and computer skills. Previous environmental monitoring and enforcement experience is desirable, as is knowledge of the Resource Management Act.

In return, the Council offers a professional and challenging work environment, and a lifestyle and region few have the opportunity to experience fully. A remuneration package will be offered appropriate to the skills and experience brought to the position.

To find out more about this position, including a copy of the application form, person specification and job description, visit our website: www.nrc.govt.nz/jobs or contact any of the Northland Regional Council offices. Applications in writing accompanied by curriculum vitae and a completed application form close at 5.00pm on Thursday, 11 February 2010, and should be addressed to: Ms Jill Good, Human Resources Advisor, Northland Regional Council, Private Bag 9021, WHANGAREI, Ph: 09 438 4639, Fax: 09 438 0012, Email: mailroom@nrc.govt.nz