Programme Lead – Biosecurity Emerging Threats

Posted: 23/06/2026

Closing Date: 12/07/2026

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Stratford

Job Description

The Programme Lead – Biosecurity Emerging Threats is responsible for managing the design and delivery of the Taranaki Regional Council’s new and emerging pest work programme. This includes providing leadership for field activities associated with the delivery of the Regional Biosecurity Strategy and the Regional Pest Management Plan for Taranaki under the Biosecurity Act 1993.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of programmes focusing on new to region and low incidence pest programmes.
• Oversee the delivery of biosecurity and predator-free advocacy programmes.
• Lead and coordinate a team, managing performance, setting clear expectations, and providing mentoring and development opportunities.
• Contribute to t...