Ranger Project Lead Biodiversity
1 month ago
Lead vital conservation efforts, working in collaboration with the Whakatipu Wilding Control Group, managing critical wilding conifer removal projects across the stunning Whakatipu Basin. The salary range for this position is $68,535 to $86,423. Permanent, full-time role based in Wakatipu/Queenstown. 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. This is a critical and exciting role, working on landscape scale wilding conifer removal. NZ's number one pest plant, wilding conifers (wilding pines) are introduced, self-seeded trees growing where they are not wanted. Their seeds blow many kilometres to infest the sensitive Whakatipu alpine landscape while decimating biodiversity. Wilding pines pose a serious threat of permanently altering our valued ecosystems, landscapes and farms. We work closely with the community-led, not-for-profit Whakatipu Wilding Control Group (WCG) to set clear direction for the annual plan and foster strong collaboration across district resources. You will have constant engagement with landowners and managers, so building and maintaining good relationships locally will be crucial to success. Reporting to the Operations Manager and working closely with a Project Administrator you'll oversee the delivery and contract management of key wilding conifer removal projects around the Whakatipu basin. This will include the planning of the methodology of tree removal (logging, clear felling, aerial lancing, arborist or aerial spray), annual budgeting across eight Management Units in the district and contract management and review. There will be a key focus on financial accountability of funds spent through the national programme and the health and safety practices of each contractor. The role is predominantly office based, but there is a large portion of time that will be spent in the field, conducting aerial surveys or inducting and reviewing contractors at site. Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experience If you have some of the following, we are keen to hear from you: Strong communication, relationship management, and collaboration skills. Experience with project delivery, including planning, implementation, resource prioritisation, and reporting within budget and timelines. Strong organisational skills with keen attention to detail. Ability to translate technical information into easily understood concepts for non-technical audiences. Strong commitment to health and safety practices, with the ability to promote this culture among others. Critical thinker with ability to plan and deliver complex conservation programmes. Current full New Zealand driver licence. Desirable: Proven back-country experience, including proficiency with GPS. Experience with helicopter use. Chainsaw or forestry experience. Tono inaianei | 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. Ra katinga | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Monday, 4 November 2024. Me he patai ano | For further enquiries , please feel free to contact David Butt, Operations Manager at Taupanga | Job reference : DOC/1825697 #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Ranger Project Lead Biodiversity
1 month ago
Queenstown, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full timeLead vital conservation efforts , working in collaboration with the Whakatipu Wilding Control Group, managing critical wilding conifer removal projects across the stunning Whakatipu Basin.Salary Range: $68,535 to $86,423.Employment Type: Permanent, full-time role based in Wakatipu/Queenstown.About the Role: This is a critical and exciting role, working on...
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Ranger Project Lead Biodiversity
1 month ago
Queenstown, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full timeLead vital conservation efforts, working in collaboration with the Whakatipu Wilding Control Group, managing critical wilding conifer removal projects across the stunning Whakatipu Basin.Salary Range: $68,535 to $86,423.Employment Type: Permanent, full-time role based in Wakatipu/Queenstown.About the Role:This is a critical and exciting role, working on...
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Ranger Project Lead Biodiversity
1 month ago
Queenstown, New Zealand Cgr Services Full timeLead vital conservation efforts, working in collaboration with the Whakatipu Wilding Control Group, managing critical wilding conifer removal projects across the stunning Whakatipu Basin. The salary range for this position is $68,535 to $86,423. Permanent, full-time role based in Wakatipu / Queenstown. Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa Te Oranga o...
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Ranger Project Lead Biodiversity
1 month ago
Queenstown, New Zealand Cgr Services Full timeLead vital conservation efforts, working in collaboration with the Whakatipu Wilding Control Group, managing critical wilding conifer removal projects across the stunning Whakatipu Basin.The salary range for this position is $68,535 to $86,423.Permanent, full-time role based in Wakatipu / Queenstown. Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa Te Oranga o te...
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Ranger Project Lead Biodiversity
1 month ago
Queenstown, New Zealand Department Of Conservation Full timeLead vital conservation efforts, working in collaboration with the Whakatipu Wilding Control Group, managing critical wilding conifer removal projects across the stunning Whakatipu Basin. The salary range for this position is $68,535 to $86,423. Permanent, full-time role based in Wakatipu/Queenstown. Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o...
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Ranger Project Lead Biodiversity
1 month ago
Queenstown, New Zealand Department Of Conservation Full timeLead vital conservation efforts, working in collaboration with the Whakatipu Wilding Control Group, managing critical wilding conifer removal projects across the stunning Whakatipu Basin.The salary range for this position is $68,535 to $86,423.Permanent, full-time role based in Wakatipu/Queenstown. Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te...
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Ranger Project Lead Biodiversity
1 month ago
Queenstown, New Zealand Department Of Conservation Full timeLead vital conservation efforts, working in collaboration with the Whakatipu Wilding Control Group, managing critical wilding conifer removal projects across the stunning Whakatipu Basin.The salary range for this position is $68,535 to $86,423.Permanent, full-time role based in Wakatipu/Queenstown.Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te...
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Queenstown, New Zealand Department Of Conservation Full timeLead vital conservation efforts, working in collaboration with the Whakatipu Wilding Control Group, managing critical wilding conifer removal projects across the stunning Whakatipu Basin.Salary Range: $68,535 to $86,423.Role Type: Permanent, full-time role based in Wakatipu/Queenstown.Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao...
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Queenstown, New Zealand Department Of Conservation Full timeLead vital conservation efforts, working in collaboration with the Whakatipu Wilding Control Group, managing critical wilding conifer removal projects across the stunning Whakatipu Basin.Salary Range: $68,535 to $86,423.Role Type: Permanent, full-time role based in Wakatipu/Queenstown.Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao...
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Ranger Project Lead Biodiversity
1 month ago
Queenstown, New Zealand Https:Conservationjobs.Co.NzSitemap.Xml Full timeLead vital conservation efforts, working in collaboration with the Whakatipu Wilding Control Group, managing critical wilding conifer removal projects across the stunning Whakatipu Basin.The salary range for this position is $68,535 to $86,423.Permanent, full-time role based in Wakatipu/Queenstown.Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te...
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Queenstown, New Zealand Department of Conservation Full timeLead vital conservation efforts , working in collaboration with the Whakatipu Wilding Control Group, managing critical wilding conifer removal projects across the stunning Whakatipu Basin. Salary Range: $68,535 to $86,423. Role Type: Permanent, full-time role based in Wakatipu/Queenstown. Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao...
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Queenstown, New Zealand Https:Conservationjobs.Co.NzSitemap.Xml Full timeLead vital conservation efforts, working in collaboration with the Whakatipu Wilding Control Group, managing critical wilding conifer removal projects across the stunning Whakatipu Basin. The salary range for this position is $68,535 to $86,423. Permanent, full-time role based in Wakatipu/Queenstown. Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o...
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Queenstown, New Zealand Https:Conservationjobs.Co.NzSitemap.Xml Full timeLead vital conservation efforts, working in collaboration with the Whakatipu Wilding Control Group, managing critical wilding conifer removal projects across the stunning Whakatipu Basin.The salary range for this position is $68,535 to $86,423.Permanent, full-time role based in Wakatipu/Queenstown. Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te...
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Queenstown, New Zealand Https:Conservationjobs.Co.NzSitemap.Xml Full timeLead vital conservation efforts , working in collaboration with the Whakatipu Wilding Control Group, managing critical wilding conifer removal projects across the stunning Whakatipu Basin.The salary range for this position is $68,535 to $86,423 .Permanent, full-time role based in Wakatipu/Queenstown.Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te...
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Queenstown, New Zealand Https:Conservationjobs.Co.NzSitemap.Xml Full timeLead vital conservation efforts, working in collaboration with the Whakatipu Wilding Control Group, managing critical wilding conifer removal projects across the stunning Whakatipu Basin.The salary range for this position is $68,535 to $86,423.Permanent, full-time role based in Wakatipu/Queenstown.Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te...
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Queenstown, New Zealand Https:Conservationjobs.Co.NzSitemap.Xml Full timeLead vital conservation efforts , working in collaboration with the Whakatipu Wilding Control Group, managing critical wilding conifer removal projects across the stunning Whakatipu Basin.The salary range for this position is $68,535 to $86,423 .Permanent, full-time role based in Wakatipu/Queenstown.Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te...
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Queenstown, New Zealand Https:Conservationjobs.Co.NzSitemap.Xml Full timeLead vital conservation efforts, working in collaboration with the Whakatipu Wilding Control Group, managing critical wilding conifer removal projects across the stunning Whakatipu Basin. The salary range for this position is $68,535 to $86,423. Permanent, full-time role based in Wakatipu/Queenstown. Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o...
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Queenstown, New Zealand Department Of Conservation Nz Full timeDepartment of Conservation NZ – Queenstown, South IslandAre you passionate about conservation and sharing knowledge? If you have a transferable skillset, attention to detail and are process orientated, apply now!The salary range for this position is $60,314 to $75,603 - flexible working supported.Permanent, full-time role based in...
