Do you want to make a difference protecting the diverse heritage in Aotearoa?
Are you passionate about maintaining Heritage & Visitor assets? If so, this is the ranger role for you!
Full-time, 8-month fixed term or secondment opportunity, based in Greymouth. Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa Te Oranga o te Ao Turoa. 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.
About the role: You will be joining a positive and enthusiastic team delivering conservation outcomes in Greymouth.
You will contribute to projects related to Heritage sites as well as projects surrounding infrastructure for visitors with the support of the team, to include:
Managing assigned project work
Maintaining both back country and front country tracks
Maintaining back country huts, bridges, and other structures
Assisting the biodiversity and wider teams when required
Building and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders and internal staff
Construction/building work when required. At times you will be required to stay away overnight for multiple days in the backcountry, often in remote and rugged terrain.
Skills and experience: You will have practical, hands-on experience and the ability to tackle a variety of mahi.
If you have the following attributes, we are keen to hear from you:
A full New Zealand Driver's licence, ideally with the ability to drive a manual
General maintenance and/or landscaping experience
Proficient in using computer databases and mobile applications, with the ability to learn new systems quickly
A positive can-do attitude and excellent communication skills
An ability to work independently, use your initiative and be a team player
Physically fit with backcountry experience
A strong health and safety focus
Desirable:
Carpentry/construction skills and experience
Experience in maintaining visitor facilities, tracks and structures
Experience and qualifications with use of chainsaws, scrub bars, 4WDS, LUVs and helicopters
We are passionate about developing our people and will provide training for specialised skills where required.
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.
Apply now: 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.
If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do let us know.
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.
You are encouraged to discuss secondment opportunities with your manager. Secondments should offer the opportunity to build capability in line with your development plan.
You must seek the support of your line manager (minimum Tier 4) in writing before applying for a secondment opportunity and attach it to your application.
Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory; this includes holding a valid work visa that covers the whole period of employment.
Applications close: at 5 pm on Wednesday, 30 October 2024.
For further enquiries: contact David Deck, Supervisor, at ****** or +64 27 548 4873.
Job reference: DOC / 1824371
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