Operations Support Officer, NZ Forest Service | Wellington City
| Category: | Administration |
| Position Type: | Fixed Term |
| Attachments: | PD Operations Support Officer, NZFS (2).docx (Word, 93KB) Job Specification |
| Application Close Date: | 09-Nov-2025 |
Job Description
Job Title: Operations Support Officer, NZ Forest Service
Role type: 6-month Fixed Term or Secondment, full-time hours
Location: Wellington CBD
General Salary Range G: $67,658 to $89,957 depending on skills and experience
About the Role - Kōrero mō te Tūranga
- Are you a detail-oriented administrator with a knack for systems and processes?
- Do you want to contribute to New Zealand's climate goals through meaningful work in the Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) for forestry?
We're looking for enthusiastic Operations Support Officers to join our Forestry ETS Operations team.
On a daily basis you will:
- Monitor internal inboxes, maintain records, and assist with document preparation
- Support the administration of ETS applications and technical processes
- Help manage operational caseloads while learning the ins and outs of the ETS
- Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders to support team delivery
- Identify opportunities for system and process improvements
- Assist with ETS submissions and batching tasks using internal systems
- Produce high-quality reports and conduct data analysis and quality checks
No experience in the ETS for forestry is necessary as full training will be provided.
About You – Mōu
As an Operations Support Officer, you'll play a vital role in the smooth running of our team by providing essential administrative and technical support. You'll work closely with Operations Analysts, Senior Analysts, and Team Leaders to help deliver high-quality outcomes for the ETS and ensure the day-to-day operations of the group run efficiently.
You will bring with you:
- Strong administrative and organisational skills
- A proactive, collaborative mindset with a willingness to learn
- A basic understanding of data systems and software tools
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
- A commitment to confidentiality, ethics, and public service values
About the Team - Mō tō mātou Rōpū
You'll be part of a team that's making a real difference in New Zealand's environmental future. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to be part of a nationally significant programme.
Join us in supporting New Zealand's Climate Commitments!
About MPI - Mō te Manatū Ahu Matua
We're passionate about growing prosperity in the sector while ensuring respect for Kaitiaki – guardianship of our natural resources.
Benefits of working at MPI - Ngā hua o te mahi i te Manatū Ahu Matua
- Up to three additional (MPI holidays) leave days
- Career development and internal opportunities across the branch and organisation
Credit check - Tirotiro nama
Please note, given this position is identified as carrying financial risk, the preferred candidate(s) will be required to satisfactorily pass a credit check.
Are you ready to make a difference? - Kua rite koe mō tēnei mahi whaitake?
We are committed to being a good partner under Te Tiriti o Waitangi which includes working closely with iwi, hapū, whānau and hāpori.
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 Manatū Ahu Matua Ministry for Primary Industries a great place to work for all.
In your cover letter we'd like to know about you, your values; 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 to submit an application, 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 11:59pm on Sunday, 09 November 2025
NB: If you are currently employed with MPI or another Ministry/Government Dept and applying for this role in a Secondment capacity, please ensure you obtain your Manager's approval before submitting an application. Should you be successful in obtaining this role your Manager will need to ‘release' you from your current substantive role to take up this secondment tenure.
If you have any questions about the role, please email Fiona.Ramson@mpi.govt.nz
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