If you're ready to make a real difference in our environment, this is the role for you!
Take the lead in enhancing biosecurity services across our stunning parks and open spaces. You'll drive impactful community projects, collaborate with passionate community stakeholders, and work alongside experts to achieve remarkable biosecurity outcomes on our beautiful Kapiti Coast.
The role will have a primary focus on:
The management and improvement of biosecurity services on Council owned or administered parks and open spaces
The development, delivery, and support of districtwide biosecurity activities and projects, as well as providing subject matter advice to Council and the community
Support to community stakeholders and volunteer interest groups that contribute to successful project and programme outcomes as they relate to landscapes
Work to achieve positive biodiversity and wider ecological outcomes by collaborating with the Advisor/Senior Advisor Biodiversity on biodiversity projects as required
We believe in the potential of diverse experiences and backgrounds. If you don't meet every single requirement or exceed all the requirements, but are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role!
Skills and experience:
Hold a relevant qualification (e.g., Bachelor of Science in Ecology, Environmental Science, etc.) with at least two years of relevant experience
Valid, standard Growsafe or higher relevant certification
Proficient knowledge of ecological principles and processes and ecological pest management and control
Demonstrated, high-level track record in addressing biosecurity issues
Demonstrated success in working with the community, interest groups, and landowners on projects
Ability to safely and effectively undertake tasks of a physical nature (e.g., lifting, digging)
A working knowledge of firearms-based pest control operations
Good working knowledge of relevant local and central government legislation, including the Greater Wellington Regional Pest Management Plan, the Reserves Act 1977, the Wildlife Act 1953, the Resource Management Act 1991, and the Local Government Act 2002
Robust knowledge and experience working with the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015, particularly how it applies to contract management and work site safety
Effective interpersonal skills with a demonstrated commitment to customer service and capability for working with a wide range of people within and outside the organisation
Demonstrated analytical skills, including problem solving, the ability to understand and quickly assimilate complex material, and the ability to identify relevant information and present it effectively in presentations or written reports
Demonstrated effective project management skills, with a track record of managing assigned projects to on-time and within-budget delivery, while monitoring risks and providing updates to key stakeholders
Holder of a valid and current full NZ driver's licence
About us
Beautiful beaches and a short journey to or from Wellington make the Kapiti Coast a great place to live and work. Working for the Kapiti Coast District Council means being part of a caring, dynamic, and effective customer-focused team who makes a positive difference in the community we serve. To find out more about our vision and direction, click here.
Enquiries about this position should be directed to Andy McKay, Team Leader, Environment and Ecological Services, on 04 296 4700 or free phone 0800 486 486.
How to apply
The preferred candidate will be required to undergo the usual pre-employment checks, including drug and alcohol screening, criminal history, police vetting, and credit checks. Please note, you must be eligible to work in New Zealand.
Further information about the position and application documents are published on our website at https://www.kapiticoast.govt.nz/
Closing at 12pm on Thursday, 28 November 2024.
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