Wildfire Specialist - Fixed Term - Wellington or Christchurch

Passionate about the natural environment. This role can be based in Wellington or Christchurch. Salary range $128,449–$142,721 (pro rata), dependent on skills and experience.

Join us and help strengthen New Zealand's ability to prevent, prepare for and respond to wildfires.

About the role

We're looking for a Wildfire Specialist to provide expert advice, leadership and support across wildfire prediction, prevention and management. This is a unique opportunity to apply your specialist expertise in a nationally significant role. This is a fixed‑term role starting ASAP through to 24December2026.

What you will do

• Bring proven experience providing expert advice on wildfire or vegetation fire management
• Demonstrate strong project leadership skills, delivering complex or technical work programmes
• Have experience working with stakeholders across government, emergency services, or the forestry/rural sector
• Be able to tr...

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Submit your application today and join our talented team at New Zealand Government.