Department of Conservation Hiring for Ranger Job at Geraldine , New Zealand Full Time

The Geraldine/Raukapuka Operations team has an exciting opportunity within our Biodiversity workstream with a fixed term position of 22 months with an end date 31 August 2023.

Are you someone who loves the outdoors? Are you passionate about conservation in New Zealand and have a proven ability for organising and delivering work? Then we want to hear from you!

He angitūtanga: About the Role

As a Ranger, Biodiversity you will be joining our talented Biodiversity team carrying out critical natural heritage conservation work programmes.

Your day-to-day work will take you across the district, carrying out biodiversity work on and off public conservation land, according to work plans.

While you will be actively working across a range of different projects, two of the advertised roles will focus on pest plant and animal control.

Your skills and experience in natural heritage work will see you not only doing conservation work but also teaching, coaching, supporting and/or overseeing Rangers, community groups and volunteers doing conservation work in the field.

He kōrero mōu: What we are looking for

We are looking for someone who is comfortable working in the field or in the office and wants to make a difference for conservation in South Canterbury.

Ideally you will have proven experience in some or all of the following:

• Sound knowledge of plant and animal control methods
• Excellent planning and organisational skills, with attention to detail and commitment to achieving team objectives
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances when organising work programs
• Physical fitness and willingness to work in the field when required
• Good back country skills
• Contractor management
• Compliance activities
• A current full drivers licence
• Ability to interpret GIS information, produce maps and use hand held GPS devices and/or smart phone apps

Desired:

• Farm fencing repair and maintenance skills
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Current Light Utility Vehicle and/or 4WD vehicle qualifications
• Current Growsafe Standard Certificate

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What’s in it for you?

You will enjoy a fantastic supportive and collaborative working environment. Being the multiple award winner of the most attractive employer in the public sector (and second overall) with an average turnover beyond 10 years, we know people generally really enjoy working with us!

Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory – this includes holding a valid work visa that covers the whole period of employment.

Please apply online via the DOC Careers Centre with a CV and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the requirements above.

For any enquiries, please contact Shane Pemberton-Reid at [email protected], or telephone 027 702 4626, quoting vacancy 400/08332.

Applications close at 5 pm on Monday, 18 October 2021.

DOC is committed to a diverse workforce that represents the communities we serve, and to creating an inclusive workplace culture. We offer a range of flexible working options depending on the needs of the role and its work context.