Auckland Council Looking for Ranger at Waiheke Island, Auckland Full Time

• Do you have a passion for conservation and biosecurity?
• Based at Whakanewha Regional Park, Waiheke Island.
• Fixed term opportunity until June 2023

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

A job share (20hrs per week) opportunity has a risen to work alongside our existing Whakanewha Conservation Ranger, who is working parttime over the next 10 months. As a Park Ranger, you will be responsible for enabling safe and enjoyable outdoor recreation experiences in regional park settings, while conserving and protecting natural and cultural heritage resources.

This role is based on Waiheke Island at Whakenewha Regional Park and has a focus on conservation outcomes for both Whakanewha Regional Park and Motukorea (Browns Island). This includes pest plant and animal control, revegetation projects, wildlife monitoring and threatened species management (such as Dotterel) and supporting park operations.

You will be responsible for managing and supporting volunteers and external stakeholders to achieve conservation and recreation goals, including overseeing and auditing contractors. You will undertake general park maintenance, historic site protection programs and visitor liaison duties such as campgrounds and visitor arrival areas. You will support the wider ranger team with managing recreational asset maintenance, including mountain bike and walking tracks.

You will be part of a small team covering Whakanewha Regional Park and Motukorea (Browns Island). You will also get the opportunity to work throughout the Southern Sector parks network from time to time. As a ranger in the Southern Regional Parks team you will be required to work weekends and public holidays on a ranger roster system. This will include responding to emergency calls after hours when you are rostered as a duty ranger.

He kōrero mōu: About you

Have a strong background (minimum of 2-3 years practical experience) in conservation, ecology and or biosecurity management; experience in recreation and/or asset management is also highly sought after.

The successful person in this role will be a strong communicator and have a passion for working with volunteers, iwi, community groups and park visitors. You will have a ‘can do’ positive attitude to make things happen, have sound practical experience, be proactive, approachable and motivated.

A conservation, recreation or land management qualification(s) or similar would be highly desirable along with other appropriate licences to support public safety and environmental protection. A current NZ full driver’s licence (be able to drive a manual vehicle) is required for this position.

This role requires working on a 20 hour a week roster system, being available for weekends and public holidays.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

While focusing on our customers and stakeholders, this role offers great job variety in a stunning and unique work environment, with excellent opportunity for personal development and upskilling. Working as part of a competent, passionate team you will deliver a world class Ranger service by facilitating a safe, rewarding experience in our beautiful Regional Parks.

Our regional parks are much loved and treasured by the people of Auckland and visitors alike, receiving up to 6 million visits a year. They represent the iconic landscapes of the Auckland region and are home to many rare and threatened ecosystems and native species. For many of us, they are places that inspire and define us; places where we seek tranquillity and respite in nature, or more active recreation in the bush or on the beach!

This is your opportunity to secure a sought-after role in an amazing work environment. If this sounds like your next role apply now!

This role is deemed safety sensitive and in line with Auckland Council policy, you will be required to complete pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.

Auckland Council is committed to the protection and wellbeing of children. This role is classified as a Children’s Worker role under the Vulnerable Children Act 2014. As such applicants will be required to undergo police vetting prior to commencing employment. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory police check.

For more information please contact Jess Leaming on [email protected]

Applications close Friday, 22nd July 2022

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.

Auckland Council strongly encourages our employees to be fully vaccinated.