Ranger/project Lead Biodiversity

Unique Island Environments: Work in some of New Zealand's most beautiful and ecologically significant island ecosystems, contributing directly to their management, preservation and restoration.
- Collaborative Leadership: Lead and collaborate with diverse teams, including mana whenua, community groups, and conservation experts, fostering partnerships that make a real difference.
- The salary range for this position is $68,535 to $86,423.
- Permanent, full-time role-based in Kapiti Office (Porirua) with flexible working arrangements supported.

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

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 whānau, hapū and iwi can thrive in their role as rangatira and kaitiaki.

Tō tātou taiāo. Tō tātou hītori. He tāonga tūturu nō Aotearoa. Maioha rawatia. Poipoia rawatia. Tukua.

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

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**He angitūtanga | About the role**

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and highly motivated individual to lead biodiversity projects across multiple islands in the Wellington region. As the Ranger Project Lead for Biodiversity (Islands), you will play a crucial role in managing complex programs, delivering infrastructure projects, and coordinating species translocations while working collaboratively with mana whenua and supporting community groups.

The position will be focussed on:

- Understanding and addressing the unique biodiversity needs of our island ecosystems.
- Delivering projects within budgetary and logístical constraints.
- Working with a dedicated team across multiple locations, predominately Mana Island and Kapiti Island.
- Working closely with mana whenua, island rangers, contractors and community groups.
- Leading and managing work programmes.
- Coordinating people and making decisions in challenging island environments.
- Project management and delivery of complex biodiversity programs.
- Infrastructure development and maintenance on islands.
- Species translocation and conservation initiatives.
- Identifying and developing opportunities for island biodiversity enhancement.

**Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience**

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

- Demonstrated experience in project management and contract management
- Proven ability to deliver complex programs and infrastructure projects
- Experience in species translocations and biodiversity conservation
- Excellent communication skills and ability to create collaborative work projects
- Strong stakeholder management skills, particularly with neighbouring or private residents and community groups
- Demonstrable experience working collaboratively with mana whenua
- Comfort in creating and managing elements of work programmes
- Full New Zealand Driver's Licence
- Ability to work away from home on islands occasionally
- Experience in coordinating and managing people and projects

Desirable qualities:

- Experience working on islands, with an understanding of the unique working environment and challenges
- Background in species conservation or ecology
- People management skills, including the ability to lead, organize, and make decisions
- Familiarity with biosecurity practices

**Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | 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.

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

The salary range for this position is $68,535 to $86,423 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._

Due to high volumes, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role.

**Rā katinga | Applications close** at 11:59 pm on 6 November 2024

**Taupānga | Job reference**: DOC/1817576