Ranger (Fixed Term) – Department Of Conservation – Christchurch

Details of the offer

Exciting opportunity to use your experience and knowledge to benefit conservation outcomes

Full time, fixed term role until June 2025, based out of Sockburn/Mahaanui Office, Christchurch.

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

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

Tangata whenua are inextricably linked to the whenua and te taiao, and we desire a future where whanau, hapu and iwi can thrive in their role as rangatira and kaitiaki.

Our nature. Our history. It's New Zealand's unique legacy. Enjoy it. Enrich it. Pass it on.

He angituatanga | About the role

This is an opportunity to join a team who work across three projects – Kahuria Te Waihora, Weed Strikeforce, and One Billion Trees. Each project has independent funding which we've combined to create full time work. The aim of all three projects is to protect and enhance the indigenous biodiversity of Te Waihora/Lake Ellesmere.

The tasks are physically demanding and are often situated in un-tracked wetlands where environmental conditions can be harsh. Although physically demanding, the work can be incredibly rewarding as we continue to make a positive change at a landscape scale on the margins of Te Waihora.

This role will be focussed on:

ecological weed control

animal pest control

eco-sourced planting

plant maintenance

This is a full time (40 hours per week), fixed term role ending in June 2025. Standard hours: Monday to Friday 7:30 am to 4 pm.

Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experience

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

experience in varied methods of weed control, particularly for willow

plant identification

native restoration planting experience

current, full driver license required

ability to do repetitive physical work long-term

Desirable:

Growsafe certificate

kayak training

wader training

scrub bar experience

4WD experience and training

First Aid certificate

Mo te tima | About the team

The team in the Mahaanui District delivers the broad range of conservation work from the Rakaia River in the south to the Conway River (just south of Kaikoura) in the north. This includes the Christchurch and Banks Peninsula area. There are also a range of terrestrial biodiversity values, threats, conservation areas and recreation opportunities that require protection and maintenance.

Nga ahuatanga kei a matou | What's in it for you?

DOC 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.

You can learn more about what we offer here.

Tono inaianei | Apply now

If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do let us know.

Apply online with a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant skills, experience and motivation for joining Te Papa Atawhai. Please note, due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to accept direct or emailed applications and provide feedback to those not shortlisted.

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.

Recruitment agencies: please note, due to high volumes we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role.

Depending on the volume of applications received, we may close this advertisement early, please submit your application as soon as possible.

Rakatinga | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Thursday, 31 October 2024

Me he patai ano | For further enquiries , contact Gary Boyd, Supervisor, at ******

Taupanga | Job reference: DOC/1824811

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