Ranger Heritage and Visitors

Would you enjoy working and living on Matiu Island in Te Whanganui a Tara?
- The salary range for this position is $60,314 to $75,603
- 3-year, full-time role based on Matiu Island, Te Whanganui a Tara with accommodation available

**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
MOURI MOTU, MOURI TANGATA, MOURI ORA
This unique opportunity to contribute to the protection and revitalisation of the Wellington Harbour Islands, Matiu/Somes, Mokopuna and Mākaro/Ward. They are taonga to Taranaki Whānui ki Te Upoko o Te Ika and you will be working under a co-managed Board to support the delivery of the Kaitiaki Plan. Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) is responsible for the day-to-day operations on the islands.
**The position will be focussed on**:

- Ensuring that the values and direction of the Wellington Harbour Islands Kaitiaki Plan are reflected in the operations on the islands.
- Working closely with the iwi to support the revitalization of Taranaki Whānui tikanga, reo and cultural practices on the islands.
- Managing and maintain island infrastructure, including tracks, buildings, water, electrical, sewage systems, vehicles, boats and machinery.
- Managing biodiversity programs, including planting, weed control, flora and fauna monitoring, pest animal control and all aspects of island biosecurity (quarantine, surveillance and pest contingency).
- Managing projects, contractors, seasonal, casual and volunteer staff.
- Coordinating with conservation groups, corporates and volunteers.

This is a 3 year, full-time, position based on Matiu Somes Island, with the possibility to extend to a total of 5 years. You will work on a roster system (ten days on and four days off).
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience
**If you have some of following, we are keen to hear from you**:

- An understanding of the Treaty of Waitangi principles.
- Capability in any or all of the following: Te reo māori me ōna tikanga, te ao māori perspectives and knowledge systems, kaitiakitanga and mātauranga associated with the taiao space.
- Excellent planning, administration and organisational skills.
- Excellent at building and sustaining collaborative relationships.
- Self-motivated, flexible approach, self-aware and highly motivated.
- Proficient in the use of a wide variety of computer software programmes; e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel.
- A reasonable level of fitness.

**Desirable**:

- Experience in working collaboratively with whānau, hapū and iwi, community, government agencies and business groups and comfortable and professional in working with a wide variety of people.
- Practical skills in facilities maintenance tasks - painting, carpentry, DIY etc.
- A current NZ Class 1 driver license (Manual).
- First Aid Certificate.
- Grow safe Accreditation.
- Tractor driving and operating qualifications for a tractor less than 1000 kg.
- Boat master or days skipper qualifications.
- Basic Chainsaw unit standards.
- Safe Working at Heights.
- Approved handlers license for gas and fuels.
- Coordinated Incident Management System (CIMS) Level 2.
- GPS and GIS computer skills.
- Fire fighter unit standards.

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 $60,314 to $75,603 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 Sunday 6 October 2024
**Taupānga | Job reference**: DOC/1817194