Proactive Animal Management Team Leader, Auckland
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Auckland Council

Proactive Animal Management Team Leader

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Auckland

Job Description

PROACTIVE ANIMAL MANAGEMENT TEAM LEADER

Animal Management | Field Services | Auckland Council


Help Shape Safer Communities Across Tāmaki Makaurau

Auckland Council is looking for an experienced and influential leader to join our Animal Management team as a Proactive Animal Management Team Leader. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a highly skilled team dedicated to reducing dog-related harm, improving compliance, and building safer, more resilient communities.


The Opportunity

As a Proactive Animal Management Team Leader, you will lead a team of 8–15 Animal Management professionals responsible for proactive compliance, community engagement, education, and targeted enforcement activities. You will provide operational and strategic leadership while ensuring high-quality regulatory outcomes.


Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing team.

• Deliver targeted compliance and enforcement initiatives.

• Drive behaviour change through education and engagement.

• Manage complex and high-profile matters including hearings, complaints and court proceedings.

• Use data and intelligence to drive decision making.

• Build strong partnerships with communities and stakeholders.

• Promote health, safety and continuous improvement.


What You’ll Bring

• 7+ years’ experience in a regulatory, compliance or enforcement environment.

• 5+ years’ leadership experience.

• Strong knowledge of compliance and regulatory frameworks.

• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

• Experience managing complex and sensitive situations.

• Current full New Zealand driver licence.


What We Offer

• Meaningful work that directly impacts public safety and community wellbeing.

• Leadership and career development opportunities.

• A supportive and inclusive culture.

• The opportunity to contribute to positive community and Māori outcomes.


Apply now and help lead the future of proactive animal management in Tāmaki Makaurau.

Band H

Closing date : 5th November 2026

Desired Hard Skills

  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Data Analysis
  • Compliance
  • Enforcement
  • Regulatory Frameworks

Desired Soft Skills

  • Problem Solving
  • Communication
  • Mentoring
  • Decision Making
  • Leadership

Benefits & Perks

Culture

  • 🧕 Inclusive Workspace
  • 🌿 Wellness Program
  • 📈 Professional Development
  • 🎉 Employee Discounts and Rewards
  • ⚰ Funeral Cover
  • ⏰ Flexible Work
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  • 🌿 Indigenous Rights
  • 💰 Wage Equality
  • 🙌 Community Focused
  • 🌐 INZ Accredited Employer

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