* Passionate about New Zealand's special flora and ecosystems? * Bring your nursery production experience in this vital conservation role. * We have two fixed-term roles based in Motukarara. Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Turoa 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. To tatou taiao. To tatou hitori. He taonga tuturu no Aotearoa. Maioha rawatia. Poipoia rawatia. Tukua. Our nature. Our history. It's New Zealand's unique legacy. Enjoy it. Enrich it. Pass it on. He angitutanga | About the role The nursery at Motukarara plays an important role helping to restore Canterbury's native plant biodiversity and this role will help to build on the nursery's recent success. We need someone who is a great team member, has good relationship and communication skills and who can provide native plant and restoration advice. General nursery production skills, including pricking out, potting up, grading, hand weeding, agrichemical use, collecting orders, nursery maintenance and irrigation and plant moving are also key areas of work in this role. We have two fixed-term positions available: * Full time, six-month parental leave cover (with possibility to extend to 12 months); and * 0.8 FTE (32 hours per week), 12-month fixed term. Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experience You will have a commitment to excellence and enjoy taking ownership of your duties. You will show initiative and support continuous improvements in your day to day work. If you have some of following, we are keen to hear from you: * A good level of physical fitness, is able to work in remote locations, and likes to get out seed collecting. * A can-do attitude and wants to get things done. * Native plant identification skills, especially for Canterbury plants. * An ability to build and sustain collaborative working relationships and have a customer focused attitude. * Experience in hand weeding, grading, pricking out and spray work. * Good health and safety practices. * Attention to detail and accurate recording of information. * Excellent observational skills especially important for monitoring and reporting pests and diseases. * Ability to use IT systems and a full New Zealand driver licence are a must have. Desirable: * Growsafe Certificate. * Certified Handlers Certificate. * Current First Aid Certificate. * Level 3 certificate in Horticulture (completed or in progress). * Experience driving a trailer. * Site and equipment maintenance experience. 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 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 overs the whole period of employment. Ra katinga | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Monday, 5 August 2024 Me he patai ano | For further enquiries, contact Anna Basova, Recruitment Advisor, at ****** Taupanga | Job reference: DOC/1807584M
