Fisheries Analystat Ministry for Primary Industries76,463 - 89,215

apartmentMinistry for Primary Industries placeNelson calendar_month 
Job title:
  • Fisheries AnalystRole type: Permanent, full
  • timeLocation: NelsonSalary band & range: General SalaryRange F: $76,463 to $89,215 per annum depending on skills and experience About the Role
  • Kōrero mō te TūrangaWe're looking for an Analyst to join our Nelson based Aquaculture and Fisheries Permitting Team within the Verification and Operations Directorate of Fisheries New Zealand.Our team works with a diverse range of stakeholders and technical experts to develop, deliver and manage applications, along with supporting processes, across a range of regulatory tools in the marine and freshwater space.
As an Analyst your role will largely focus on drafting advice papers and other documents for applications for various:Fisheries regulations and approvals, including special permits, digital monitoring exemptions, and aquatic life transfersMarine and land-based aquaculture regulations and approvals About You
  • MōuWe are interested in someone who has knowledge of fisheries and, aquaculture legislation and issues in New Zealand.

If you have career experience working in other regulatory systems and can learn and apply legislation in an operational context, we encourage you to apply.You'll have a positive can-do attitude, be able to work effectively within a team as well as independently, be self-motivated and able to exercise good judgment.You will ideally have:a qualification in marine science, resource management or a related disciplineexcellent attention to detail and a track record of achieving resultsstrong analytical and problem-solving skillsexcellent writing skills and experience in providing advice to decision makersYou don't need to meet all our requirements to apply.

Just tell us in your application why you think you would be a good fit for our role.

About the Team
  • Mō tō mātou rōpūAquaculture and Fisheries Permitting are a team of eight people, and we're currently spread across Nelson, Wellington, and New Plymouth.
We have responsibility for our own work assignments, and we support and collaborate with each other as needed.Our team thrives on a respected and inclusive culture.
Our Whakatauki
  • Ko koe ki tēnā, ko ahau ki tēnei kīwai o te kete
  • reminds us of the value of being able to work collaboratively with others to achieve something positive for all.
Great things can be achieved when we work with understanding, respect, and an open mind.
About MPI
  • Mō te Manatū Ahu MatuaWe'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 MatuaUp to three additional Annual Leave days per annumA ‘Wellness' benefit for employeesCareer development and internal opportunities across the branch and organisation Are you ready to make a difference?
  • Kua rite koe mō tēnei mahi whaitake?

MPI is 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 interests and motivations for this role, the abilities, strengths, and the personal attributes and diverse perspectives you'll bring to the role and our organisation (these may have been gained both inside and outside of the workforce).
How to Apply
  • Me pēhea te tuku tono To view the Position Description and/or apply online, 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 midnight on Sunday, 03 August 2025If you have any questions about the role, please email Fiona Ramson at Fiona.Ramson@mpi.govt.nz Follow MPI here
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