Senior Adviser

NZ Ministry for Primary Industries
Permanent Wellington, Wellington Financial Specialists
Posted:
June 09, 2026
Location:
Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand

Job Description

Job title: Senior Adviser - Animal & Aquatic Risk
Role type: Permanent, full-time preferred
Location: Wellington City
Salary band & range: GSR E/D $87,008 to $118,005 depending on skills and experience

About the Role - Kōrero mō te Tūranga
Are you ready for the next step in your animal health career, one that offers challenge, purpose, and genuine work-life balance? This role provides an opportunity to contribute directly to growing New Zealand's economy while safeguarding our unique biodiversity and way of life. We are seeking a Senior Adviser to join the Animal & Aquatic Risk team, with a strong focus on animal health and veterinary science expertise.

As a Senior Adviser in the Animal & Aquatic Risk team, you will deliver high-quality, evidence-based advice on biosecurity risks across import pathways and the wider biosecurity system. Your work will support decision-making that minimises the likelihood and impact of harmful animal disea...

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Job Overview

Job Type: Permanent
Location: Wellington, New Zealand
Posted: June 09, 2026
Deadline: July 19, 2026