Operational Analyst
Environment Canterbury
Date: 5 days ago
City: Christchurch, Canterbury
Contract type: Full time
Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Christchurch, New Zealand
Job Category: Agriculture, Nature & Animal,Government, Defence & Emergency
Environment Canterbury is the Regional Council for the largest region in Aotearoa New Zealand. We are committed to working in partnership with mana whenua Ngāi Tahu to protect the health of our environment to ensure a sustainable and prosperous future for our region.
Our mahi/work focuses on the delivery of three core services to the Waitaha/Canterbury community: (Environmental Regulation and Protection; Community Preparedness and Response to Hazards; and Public Transport) and we are guided by our strategic pou of:
Support programmes of work controlling Wilding Conifers and Wallaby. You’ll manage data largely obtained from contractors delivering work in the field, enabling ease of reporting and tracking within these programmes. The majority of information is held within GIS systems
You would also;
You’ll be a great communicator who can identify improvement opportunities, use initiative and solve problems efficiently. You'll be responsible for transparent and diligent record-keeping, ensuring seamless communication and data management between contractors and government entities. Our programs are seasonal and fast-paced, so your ability to maintain data integrity and processes is highly valued.
Above all, you'll be a team player with a can-do attitude, ready to match our dynamic team
Ideally you’ll be tertiary qualified in Information systems/ Data Science/ Analysis or equivalent. Alternatively you’ll have significant experience in operational data analysis/ information systems/ Data Science.
You’ll Bring
We are privileged to be working with Ngā Papatipu Rūnanga, stakeholders, and our wider community.
Our mahi is underpinned by our values of Kaitiakitanga/Stewardship, Pononga/Integrity, Manaakitanga/People First, Whanaungatanga/Collaboration, and Māiatanga/Can Do.
Ko ētahi atu kōrero | Additional Information
For a confidential chat about this role, please contact Carl Diamond on 027 540 3586
Applications close on Sunday 4th May. Applications will be reviewed as we receive them, and interviews may take place before the close date. We reserve the right to close advertising early.
Short-listed candidates will be required to complete an interview process, reference checks, and a criminal check. Further background checking will be required when relevant to the role.
We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role but don't meet every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.
Me mahi tahi tātou - Together we can
Job Description
Operational Analyst | Biosecurity & Biodiversity
Location: Christchurch, New Zealand
Job Category: Agriculture, Nature & Animal,Government, Defence & Emergency
- Enable streamlined delivery of two multimillion-dollar environmental programs.
- Provide data management support, including GIS, data integrity, and large datasets.
- Join a team reducing the impact of two significant pests in Canterbury.
Environment Canterbury is the Regional Council for the largest region in Aotearoa New Zealand. We are committed to working in partnership with mana whenua Ngāi Tahu to protect the health of our environment to ensure a sustainable and prosperous future for our region.
Our mahi/work focuses on the delivery of three core services to the Waitaha/Canterbury community: (Environmental Regulation and Protection; Community Preparedness and Response to Hazards; and Public Transport) and we are guided by our strategic pou of:
- Putting the community and our customers at the heart of everything we do;
- Growing our relationship with mana whenua into a true partnership;
- Maturing our governance model and understanding of our political environment;
- Removing pain for our people (and customers) by improving our systems and processes.
Support programmes of work controlling Wilding Conifers and Wallaby. You’ll manage data largely obtained from contractors delivering work in the field, enabling ease of reporting and tracking within these programmes. The majority of information is held within GIS systems
You would also;
- Maintain operational data sets for these programmes
- Develop, implement and maintain processes to ensure accurate, quality data
- Provide internal users with training and support to ensure effective use of systems
- Provide overall data stewardship, ensuring compliance with national agreements and regulatory obiligations
You’ll be a great communicator who can identify improvement opportunities, use initiative and solve problems efficiently. You'll be responsible for transparent and diligent record-keeping, ensuring seamless communication and data management between contractors and government entities. Our programs are seasonal and fast-paced, so your ability to maintain data integrity and processes is highly valued.
Above all, you'll be a team player with a can-do attitude, ready to match our dynamic team
- Ideally you will have significant experience with GIS databases
- This role is key for programme reporting and planning, including demonstrating success and providing data to enable effective future planning. A high level of confidence in being able to provide information quickly and effectively is essential
- Your initiative and knowledge of databases and systems management would be welcomed to contribute to improving data and information management
Ideally you’ll be tertiary qualified in Information systems/ Data Science/ Analysis or equivalent. Alternatively you’ll have significant experience in operational data analysis/ information systems/ Data Science.
You’ll Bring
- A minimum of five years’ experience in either systems management or data analysis, ideally GIS based
- Experience in facilitation of systems use, user needs analysis and requirements scoping
- Competency across the MS Suite of applications and an aptitude to specialised or bespoke systems
- Ability to communicate data requirements to non-technical people
- Ability to translate and display data/technical information in easy-to-understand formats for a range of audiences (maps, charts, reports, etc)
We are privileged to be working with Ngā Papatipu Rūnanga, stakeholders, and our wider community.
Our mahi is underpinned by our values of Kaitiakitanga/Stewardship, Pononga/Integrity, Manaakitanga/People First, Whanaungatanga/Collaboration, and Māiatanga/Can Do.
Ko ētahi atu kōrero | Additional Information
For a confidential chat about this role, please contact Carl Diamond on 027 540 3586
Applications close on Sunday 4th May. Applications will be reviewed as we receive them, and interviews may take place before the close date. We reserve the right to close advertising early.
Short-listed candidates will be required to complete an interview process, reference checks, and a criminal check. Further background checking will be required when relevant to the role.
We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role but don't meet every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.
Me mahi tahi tātou - Together we can
Job Description
Operational Analyst | Biosecurity & Biodiversity
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