The West Coast Region (Te Kaunihera Whakakotahi o Te Tai Poutini) extends over a distance of 600 km from Kahurangi Point in the north to Awarua Point in the south. The fifth largest region in New Zealand, it is bounded in the east by the Southern Alps and in the west by the Tasman Sea. Nature has endowed the Region with a spectacular environment, with over 80 per cent of the land area under Department of Conservation stewardship.
Within this vast natural setting, the West Coast Regional Council plays a pivotal role in managing the environment from an economic, social, cultural and sustainability perspective. This ensures the community and its future generations will continue to appreciate the work opportunities, environment, spectacular outdoors and life balance offered in this stunning part of New Zealand.
Job Description
The West Coast Regional Council is looking for a motivated Field Supervisor to lead the day-to-day delivery of pest control operations across the region.
This is a hands-on role where you will supervise a team of Field Operators, coordinate daily field activities, ensure work is completed safely and to a high standard, and support the delivery of important environmental programmes that help protect the West Coast's unique landscapes.
What you will do
Lead, coach and support a team of Field Operators.
Allocate daily work and coordinate field activities.
Carry out quality checks and ensure work meets operational standards.
Promote a strong health and safety culture.
Ensure vehicles, equipment and PPE are field-ready.
Build positive relationships with landowners, contractors and colleagues.
Identify and resolve day-to-day operational issues, escalating where required.
Desired Skills and Experience
About you
You will be a practical leader who enjoys working outdoors and supporting others to do their best work. Ideally, you will have:
A Controlled Substance Licence, level 3, and a certificate in Pest Management
Experience in pest plant control, biosecurity or environmental field operations.
Strong communication and organisational skills.
A proactive, solutions-focused approach.
A commitment to health and safety.
A full New Zealand driver's licence, with the ability to drive a manual vehicle.
A Current First Aid certificate.
Why join us?
At the West Coast Regional Council, you will enjoy meaningful work, a supportive team environment, opportunities to grow your leadership skills, and the chance to make a real difference to the environment and communities of the West Coast.
If you are looking for a rewarding leadership role where every day is different, we would love to hear from you.
