Ranger

1 month ago


Waikato, New Zealand Cgr Services Full time

Join a team dedicated to maintaining and improving our unique recreation and historic places for our community and visitors to enjoy

The salary range for this position is $58,816 to $66,578.

Permanent, full-time role based in Te Kuiti or Pureora. 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.

He angitutanga About the role: You'll play a vital role in projects dedicated to the care and maintenance of species, eco-system protection, as well as front and backcountry busy tourist sites in the Maniapoto.

The position will be focussed on: Track clearing and maintenance in the back and front country. Maintaining huts, bridges, and other structures. 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.

Nga pukenga me nga wheako Skills and experience: We are looking for a confident communicator who can work well in a team environment as well as alone.

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

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Off track navigation and GPS skills. Full New Zealand Drivers Licence (ability to drive a manual). High level of physical fitness. Ability to work in backcountry locations, often in remote and rugged terrain, occasionally staying away for up to a week. Hands-on practical skillset, ideally with carpentry, construction or building experience. Planning and organisational skills. Emotional intelligence. Ensure facilities, tracks, and signage are safe and accessible. Tech savvy skills with the ability to learn new systems. Ability to work alone and within a team; task prioritisation, initiative. Strong health and safety focus. Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work with a range of stakeholders. Ability to work in isolated environments. Hands-on practical skillset. Desirable: Experience and/or qualifications with chainsaws, scrub bars, 4WDS, LUVs, growsafe. A current First Aid certificate. We are passionate about developing our people and will provide qualification training for specialised skills where required.

Mo te tima About the team: Join our team at the Department of Conservation in the Maniapoto District, where adventure and conservation meet.

Our staff are based at the Pureora Field Base and Te Kuiti office, with potential shared accommodation available nearby.

Key Features:

Convenient location: Just an hour from Hamilton and Taupo. Rich biodiversity: Home to iconic species like Archey's frogs, kokako, and giant weta. Diverse landscapes: From the famous Waitomo Caves to Pureora Forest Park. Recreation opportunities: Including the popular 84km Timber Trail cycle route. We offer: Engaging conservation work: Species recovery and pest control programs. Flexible work arrangements: 4-day working week options. Strong team culture: Daily quizzes, regular check-ins, and dedicated Health & Safety Reps, Health Safety & well-being support. 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: 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.

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.

Ra katinga Applications close at 11:59 pm on Monday 21 October 2024.

Me he patai ano For further enquiries contact Kina Tweeddale, Supervisor, ******.

Taupanga Job reference: DOC/1823396

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