Ecological Restoration Team Member (Fixed Term

Tauranga

Wildlands are seeking an Ecological Restoration Field Team Member to work fulltime, fixed term for a period of 4 months, to assist our Tauranga Branch, based at Tauriko.

The role is to undertake ecological restoration work which includes pest plant control, planting and pest animal control.

It is essential that you have a willingness to contribute and work in a team, are physically fit, and have a passion for working outdoors in all sorts of weather. The work involves the use of agrichemicals (herbicides), animal toxins (poisons), and traps on a regular basis. Some work may involve staying away in remote areas in basic accommodation.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

A positive attitude

A genuine interest in working in the outdoors and achieving conservation goals

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Good decision making and problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently and within a team

A good work ethic, efficient and H&S conscious

A good level of fitness

Full NZ drivers licence (preferred)

On the job training and mentoring will be provided, including:

Agrichemical handling (mixing and application)

Pest plant control methods

Plant identification

Planting

Hand held GPS use

Use and maintenance of hand tools

Additional formal training will be provided as appropriate, and may include:

Growsafe

Controlled substance licence

Chainsaw

4WD

LUV/Quad bike

Applications will close when a suitable candidate has been engaged.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

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