Emergency Management Advisor - Clutha

At the Otago Regional Council (ORC), our mission is protecting, connecting and enhancing Otago's environment, now and for the future - Mou, moku, mo tatou, For you, for me, for us. To be sure we can deliver on our responsibilities, we are evolving as an organisation, and we're not overstating when we say we have some really big targets to reach. We need the right people, in the right roles, to help us to get there.

We think Otago's a pretty special place. It covers a vast area - the third largest local government region in New Zealand. Those who call Otago home enjoy access to mountains, coastal lowlands, dramatic rivers, and wild beaches. Our environment here is part of who we are, and at ORC, we work each day to look after it.

The Opportunity

We are looking for an Emergency Management Advisor – Clutha to join our Emergency Management Team on a permanent, full time (37.5 hours per week) basis, in our busy Balclutha office.

The purpose of this position is to support Clutha District Councils (CDC) district planning and delivery of Civil Defence and Emergency Management services to their communities. The role is responsible for contributing to the leadership, management, integration and coordination of the emergency response activities and services to the district, working in close partnership with the CDC, the ORC and the Emergency Management Otago Group Office and wider team.

As an Emergency Management Advisor - Clutha, you will be responsible for:

• Developing and maintain emergency preparedness, in partnership with CDC
• Establishing and maintaining a high level of operation engagement with stakeholders, in accordance with CDC protocols
• Contributing to the effective management of response, recovery, reduction and readiness, including group exercises and training exercises
• Comply with all legal and statutory obligations for Health and Safety, CDEM Act and other relevant legislation

If you enjoy working with stakeholders and helping Clutha, be prepared, then this is the role for you!

About You

Our ideal candidate will have:

• A tertiary qualification in emergency management/development, organisational management, planning and development or community development (considerations will be given where the applicant has extensive experience and/or other relevant qualifications)
• Experience within the CDEM sector or community development or related field
• At least 5 years' experience in emergency response or within a CIMs structure
• Ability to translate and communicate complex information to a range of stakeholder groups, including political leaders
• A passion for the development of community resilience

The full job description can be found here – Emergency Management Advisor Clutha.docx

What we offer

We recognise and celebrate diversity within Team ORC and are committed to providing a work environment that supports inclusion and equal opportunities. We actively encourage applications from anyone who will live our values of MANA- We influence with respect and integrity, TIKA- We do the right thing and do things right and AROHA- We show that that we care.

To support our diverse and capable team, we're pleased to offer enhanced benefits such as:

• Flexible work opportunities
• Life Insurance
• 5 weeks annual leave
• Superannuation
• An annual wellbeing programme
• Competitive remuneration packages
• Development opportunities

How to Apply

If you meet the above criteria, we welcome your application, including your CV and cover letter outlining why you are the person for this role via the Apply button.

Please note. We don't always work to fixed closing dates and may start considering and interviewing candidates as their applications are received, so we encourage you to apply early.

At ORC, we value diversity, and the different strengths people bring. We can provide flexible recruitment options such as virtual interviews, online kōrero, or whānau-inclusive interviews. If you would like to have whānau support with you during your interview, just let us know—we welcome it!

All candidates require the right to work in New Zealand.

Applications close: Tuesday 23 June 2026