Are you passionate about protecting Taranaki’s high quality natural environment? At Taranaki Regional Council, we are committed to working for the present and future benefit of our vibrant and prosperous region by promoting the sustainable use, development and protection of Taranaki’s natural and physical resources.   The role of Investigating Officer is integral to achieving this mission – are you up for the challenge?

In this varied and demanding role, you will be responsible for the inspection, monitoring and reporting of authorised industrial and agricultural discharges, together with responding to complaints about water, air and soil pollution and unauthorised discharges, and implementing enforcement action as appropriate. Your excellent communication and negotiation skills will come to the fore advising, advocating and educating the public and resource users on the sustainable and safe use of Taranaki’s natural resources.   Critical to your success will be the ability to investigate and report on applications for consents, together with strong computer literacy.

Taranaki Regional Council offers an attractive workplace in a friendly and supportive environment. More details, including the job description is available on our website www.trc.govt.nz.  For any further information, please call Tania Monk, HR Adviser on (06) 765 7127.