He angitutanga | About the roleAs a Kaitiaki/Ranger Dotterels you will be joining our dedicated dotterel team on Rakiura in carrying out hunting and trapping for feral cats and other biodiversity work in efforts to protect the Nationally Critical Southern NZ Dotterel/Pukunui.
The last annual Southern NZ Dotterel count recorded only 101 birds remaining, so intensive predator control work is required to protect this species.You will work alone or in teams of two or three in remote locations for up to 10 days at a time, travelling to and from field sites by small boat, helicopter, or on foot.The position will be focussed on:Trapping feral cats across the Tin Range and other dotterel breeding sites.Monitoring dotterels at flock sites.Infrastructure maintenance.Working in remote locations alone or alongside other team members.Monitoring and recording your work progress.Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experienceThis role is unique and will require you to have a key focus on health and safety, and proven back-country experience.
If you are a keen outdoorsperson and have a passion for conservation, we urge you to apply.If you have most of the following, we are keen to hear from you:High physical fitness.Excellent communication skills.A dedication to health and safety.Accurate and detailed record keeping.Comfortable working in remote areas for up to ten days at a time.Experience and/or qualifications in working with toxic baits and animal traps.Current First Aid certificate.Familiarity with GPS navigation.Desirable:Boating experience.New Zealand firearms licence.Ability to drive a manual vehicle.Even if you don't tick all the boxes but believe your skills and experience closely align, then we still encourage you to submit an application.Mo te tima | About the teamAs part of the Rakiura Operations team, you will join a tight-knit crew who genuinely enjoy working with each other and are passionate about the work they do.
For further information about living on the island please check the attached information sheet or visit accommodation on the island is limited; if required we have staff accommodation available in a shared house.Nga ahuatanga kei a matou | What's in it for you?The Department of Conservation/Te Papa Atawhai places importance on developing a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow.
We're working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable and inclusive by default.
If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do let us know.You can learn more about what we offer here.Tono inaianei | Apply nowApply online via the DOC Careers Centre with a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant skills experience and motivation for joining Te Papa Atawhai.The salary range for this position is $58,816 to $66,578 with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience.Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory – this includes holding a valid work visa that covers the whole period of employment.Ra katinga | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Thursday, 1 August 2024.Me he patai ano | For further enquiries, please feel free to contact Sara Larcombe, Supervisor at ****** or +64 27 308 4179.Taupanga | Job reference: DOC/1799284FT #J-18808-Ljbffr
