Smokefree Environments Enforcement Officer

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Enforcement Officer Smokefree Environments and Regulated Products Act

• 1.0 FTE / permanent, full-time role
• 80 hours per fortnight
• District wide location
• Make a positive impact in an organisation that makes a difference to people - s lives
  

Join Health New Zealand l Te Whatu Ora Nelson Marlborough at a key time of change where you will meaningfully contribute to our kaupapa of creating a more equitable, accessible, cohesive, and people-centred health system. This is mahi that will improve the health and well-being of everyone in Aotearoa, and we've got an opportunity for you to be part of it.

Ngā mōhiohio e pā ana ki tēnei mahi (About this position)

The National Public Health Service (NPHS) within Health NZ, work towards Pae Ora (healthy futures) for all by engaging with the wider determinants that impact people - s health, focusing on oranga/wellbeing, prevention, protection, and population-level intervention. We are connected across boundaries to deliver public health services that are nationally planned, regionally delivered and locally tailored.

We have a permanent, full-time opportunity available to join our team as an Enforcement Officer. These roles are critical in enabling the delivery of the NPHS strategic agenda for Pae Ora (Healthy Futures) with compliance activities related to Smokefree Environments and Regulated Products Act 1990. The role will see you taking action in accordance with our national strategy, plan and evidence-based approach to compliance activity. Working effectively with systems and processes for regional delivery and reporting of compliance activity.

For further details, please refer to the position description.

Ko wai he kaitono tōtika? (Who is an appropriate applicant?)

Alongside your previous experience in regulation or compliance, our ideal candidate will also possess the following:

• An undergraduate or post graduate qualification within an appropriate discipline (Law, Public Health, Public Administration, Compliance) or equivalent experience
• Experience in an enforcement role where you have used sound judgement to develop options and provide advice
• Ability to apply subject matter expertise in Regulatory approaches and/or Smokefree and Regulated products legislation
• Understanding and experience working in partnership with Pacific communities
• Previous health sector or government experience and knowledge of government structures
• Advanced organization, planning and time management skills able to reprioritize and react to issues and demanding situations

You will bring:

A commitment to being a good Te Tiriti partner in all your actions. This includes an understanding of the significance of and obligations under Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and the ability to apply Te Tiriti principles in a meaningful way in this role.

 Competency with te ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo Māori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ visa at the time of applying.

 Ā mātou rōpū (About our team)

Health NZ Nelson Marlborough is the main health provider for the Te Tau Ihu, the top of the south. With nearly 3,000 employees, we are Nelson - s and Marlborough - s largest employer supporting the health and wellbeing of over 150,000 citizens across the region. 

Our main locations are Nelson and Wairau Hospitals, and the Richmond and Marlborough Health Hubs, but we are spread across the region and service all parts of the community. Our work can be challenging, but we are up for it. We have a great team and we work hard to make a difference.

We value integrity, innovation, respect and teamwork. 

Ētahi atu mōhiohio (More Information)

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Ngā huanga o tēnei mahi (The benefits of this position) 

At Health NZ Nelson Marlborough we encourage a workforce that is innovative, eager to learn and enhance their skills, and passionate about caring for our community.

Nelson Tasman is a place of stunning natural landscapes - lakes, mountains, rivers, native bush and beaches. The region is known for its relaxed lifestyle and year round dry and sunny days.  Find out more at https://www.nelsontasman.nz/. Blenheim is well known for its temperate climate, award winning wineries, stunning scenery and outdoor pursuits - all available within minutes of the town centre. For more information on the Marlborough region visit https://marlboroughnz.com/

Me pēhea ahau e tono ai? (How do I apply?)

For general enquiries please contact our recruitment team on vacancies@nmdhb.govt.nz or 03 539 5748.

For role specific information please contact Sonya Briggs  on sonya.briggs@nmdhb.govt.nz .

Apply now, it - s easy. Please fill in our online application form and include a cover letter explaining your interest in this position.

https://nmdhb.careercentre.net.nz

Ref:  N24-144

Applications close: Open until filled (unless filled prior). Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage you to apply early.

  Health NZ Nelson Marlborough strongly endorses Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

We believe that to achieve equity in health outcomes for Māori we need a workforce reflective of the population it serves. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who identify as Māori and we recruit for cultural competence.  

He waka eke noa. We are all in this together.