Ranger

Make a Lasting Impact Play a vital role in preserving Aotearoa's natural landscapes and protect our flora & fauna
- The salary range for this position is $58,816 to $66,578
- Permanent, full-time roles based in Sunny Napier

**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.
He angitūtanga | About the role
This is a crucial operational role position which forms part of a close-knit team based in Napier. You will be contributing to meaningful work in both back and front-country. With your practical skills, you will be a problem solver who can think on their feet, physically fit and enjoy being outdoors
**The position will be focussed on**:

- Perform basic repairs and maintenance in both front and back country.
- Biodiversity initiatives: trapping, monitoring, predator and weed control.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders and internal staff.
- Participating in team safety briefings and taking responsibility for your safety and the safety of your teammates every day.

While this position is mostly field-based you will also be required to complete office-based tasks assisting the Supervisor and Senior Ranger with planning and organising of projects.
You will be required to work in backcountry locations, often in remote and rugged terrain, occasionally staying overnight.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience
You will have a positive, ‘can do' attitude, be a team player and enjoy working in the outdoors.
**If you have some of following, we are keen to hear from you**:

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Off track navigation and GPS skills.
- Embrace Tikanga Māori cultural perspectives and values.
- Practice skills to perform basic repairs and maintenance.
- Contribute to conservation initiatives, including pest control and habitat restoration.
- Ensure facilities, tracks, and signage are safe and accessible.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in challenging environments.
- High fitness level with backcountry experience.
- Predator and weed control experience.
- A commitment to practicing good Health and Safety processes when delivering our work.
- Full New Zealand Driver's Licence.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in challenging environments using initiative and task prioritisation.
- Strong health and safety focus.
- Tech savvy skills with ability to learn new systems.
- Experience and/or qualifications with chainsaws, scrub bars, 4WDS, LUV.

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.
Due to high volumes, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role.
Rā katinga | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Tuesday 24 September 2024
**Taupānga | Job reference**: DOC/1820124