Enterprise Business Process Lead

• Design and embed enterprise practices that support conservation outcomes and operational excellence 
• $93,656.00 - $126,500.00
• Permanent full time, Wellington location preferred 

Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Tūroa 

Mō te tūranga | About the role 

Help shape how DOC works so we can achieve more for nature. 

The Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature spaces and species across Aotearoa.  

We're looking for an experienced Enterprise Business Process Lead to lead enterprise-wide business process management, supporting conservation outcomes and operational excellence through simplified, standardised processes, governance frameworks and continuous improvement practices. 

As Enterprise Business Process Lead, you will: 

• Develop and maintain DOC's enterprise business process framework, standards and governance model 

• Establish consistent methods, tools and templates for process design, documentation and management 

• Lead enterprise-wide process optimisation and continuous improvement initiatives 

• Build organisational capability in process management through coaching, mentoring and training 

• Monitor and report on process performance, using data and insights to inform improvement priorities 

• Partner with teams across DOC to support consistent and effective process management practices 

• Build strong relationships across DOC and with external partners and agencies 

Click here for the Role Description  

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience 

If you have some of following, we are keen to hear from you: 

• Experience leading enterprise-wide business process management, including process design, mapping and optimisation 

• Knowledge of process improvement methodologies and frameworks such as Lean, Six Sigma, BPM and Agile, and process modelling notations such as BPMN 

• Experience establishing governance frameworks, standards and ways of working within a large, complex organisation 

• Experience leading organisational change and building capability in process management 

• Strong analytical, problem-solving and relationship management skills 

• A tertiary qualification in business, process improvement or a related field, or equivalent practical experience 

• An understanding of, or willingness to learn about, DOC's conservation, heritage and visitor management context 

He aha ngā pāinga mōu? | What’s in it for you? 

DOC is committed to a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow. We’re driven by our values and behaviours, and are working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive by default.  

We also support flexible working arrangements for our kaimahi across Aotearoa, with options considered based on the role and in discussion with your leader. 

Want to know more? 

Tonoa inaiānei | Apply now 

Apply online with your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and motivation. We’re unable to accept emailed applications or provide feedback to applicants not shortlisted. 

If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, let us know and we’ll try to accommodate. 

Salary: $93,656.00 - $126,500.00, depending on skills and experience. 

Eligibility: You must hold a valid NZ work visa that covers the duration of employment.  

Please note, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role.  

Rā whakakapi | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Friday, 30 October 2026.

Me he pātai anō, whakapā mai | For further enquiries, please contact Simon Rodger