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Are you passionate about maintaining Heritage and Visitor assets? Would you like to work outdoors making a difference to conservation?
The salary range for this position is $58,816 to $66,578. This is a permanent, full-time role in Greymouth working on the Paparoa Track.
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.
About the RoleAs a Ranger, you will be part of the Heritage and Visitor team dedicated to undertaking hut and track maintenance as well as the protection and restoration of historic sites. The primary focus is maintaining the Paparoa Track. This is a physically demanding job with lots of walking and hard work, but you will be rewarded by having a National Park as your working environment!
Your day-to-day work will mostly be field-based and will involve:
Contributing to assigned project work related to Heritage sites and surrounding infrastructure for visitors.Maintaining tracks, huts, bridges, amenities, and other structures.Workshop maintenance and upkeep of tools & equipment.Construction/building work when required.Office work including data entry, planning, and organizing field trips. The role may involve living and working in the backcountry for up to a week at a time.Skills and ExperienceWe are seeking a practical and enthusiastic team player to join our team. If you have some of the following, we are keen to hear from you:
Valid driver's licence, ideally with the ability to drive a manual.Ability to ride a Mountain Bike on a Grade 4 Track.Good motorcycle off-track skills.Tech-savvy skills and drive to learn new systems, including the ability to use computer databases and information systems.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 current First Aid certificate.Strong health and safety focus.Desirable: Hands-on carpentry/construction skills and experience.Experience in maintaining facilities, tracks, and structures.Experience and qualifications with the use of chainsaws, scrub bars, 4WDs, excavators, tracked machinery, and helicopters.Experience riding UBCO electric motorbikes.About the TeamYou will be joining a positive and enthusiastic team delivering conservation outcomes on the Paparoa Track and in Pike Valley. We have a strong, collaborative work culture, often working across teams to tackle priority projects. You'll be part of a supportive environment where staff are valued, and personal development and growth are encouraged.
The Paparoa Heritage & Visitor team includes three full-time staff, including the Supervisor, along with three seasonal Hut Wardens and a 6-month track Ranger. The Greymouth and Reefton Heritage & Visitor team consists of eight full-time staff, with four based at the Reefton Field Centre. Both teams work closely together on a variety of tasks.
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 organization that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive by default.
Apply NowApply 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.
Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory, including holding a valid work visa that covers the whole period of employment. Due to high volumes, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role.
Applications close at 11:59pm on Monday, 30 September 2024.
For further enquiries, please feel free to contact Sam Symonds, Supervisor at ssymonds@doc.
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