Advisor Regulatory Licensing

Mō mātou | About Us

Our Vision: Preventing Harm. Saving Lives. Securing our Future.

We play a key role in the guardianship of New Zealand waterways. We're bringing together our aroha, work and skills to achieve our outcomes of sustainable supply chains and sectors, safe people and operations, secure ports and ships, and clean seas and waterways.

Our values are about who we are as individuals and the behaviours we expect from each other at Maritime NZ.

Care | Kia Tika - We care for each other and do the right thing

Connect | Kotahitanga - We unite in a common purpose

Courage | Kia Māia - We are brave, capable and confident

Mō tō mātou Rōpū | About the team

The Regulatory Licensing Team plays a critical role in ensuring that anyone who wishes to operate within the maritime transport system can demonstrate that they have the knowledge, skills and experience to do so safely and without threatening the marine environment. This includes people (such as Seafarers), Vessels (including managing the NZ ship registrar), Surveyors, Operators, and offshore installations.

Did we also mention we are an awesome team? We have a very collaborative and supportive culture where everyone's thoughts and ideas are valued. If this sounds like you, read on!

Te tūnga | The role

The Advisor Regulatory Licencing is multi-faceted role which combines the ability to interpret and apply technical information, engage with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders while working within the parameters of maritime regulatory legislation. Our Advisors are responsible for ensuring that those wishing to operate with the maritime transport environment, do so with the correct level of skills and experience to do so safely and without threatening the marine environment. The role holds delegations for assessing and issuing over 108 different types of maritime documents, based on legally robust decision-making principles, and Maritime NZ's values.

Nōu te rourou | What you bring

To be successful you will need to be a self-starter and be comfortable working in a fast paced customer facing (office based) environment. Ideally you will be experienced working in a regulatory environment where you have been responsible for assessing technical applications, making decisions and responding directly to applicants.

Ideally you will have:

• Ability to interpret technical information and provide accurate and specific advice to industry participants in simple terms;
• Confidence and experience to work through with stakeholders who may disagree with their application outcomes;
• Proven success and ability in applying critical thinking skills to problem-solving and decision making;
• Proven time management skills and ability to prioritise;
• Attention to detail /high levels of accuracy, self- checking and can follow processes effectively;
• Quick leaner and willingness to challenge others thinking/advice constructively;
• Thrive in a busy, fast paced environment;
• A team player and willingness to train and mentor others;
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills and a professional phone manner;
• High ethical standard and respect for sensitivity of personal

Mōu | For you

Maritime NZ recognises and respects te Tiriti o Waitangi and we are committed to working with Māori to build strong, meaningful and enduring relationships to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.

We aim to be a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported with a sense of belonging. We encourage our people to actively contribute to our workplace culture where we all thrive and authentically live our values.

Upon joining us you'll receive a full range of benefits including Income Protection and Life Insurance so check out our full range on our careers page to find out more about why we love working here.

Salary range $66,938 - $81,189 depending on skills and experience + superannuation.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

We are unable to accept applications via email. Please click the apply button to submit your application.

Applications for this role close Friday 13th December at 12pm. Please also note that you must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this role.

If you have any questions please e-mail careers@maritimenz.govt.nz