Ranger, Biodiversity, (Fixed Term)

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Does undertaking and managing predator control operations to protect a range of threatened riverbed birds and other fauna appeal to you?
• Does the idea of working across a magnificent, braided river and open tussock landscape appeal to you? If so, we have an exciting full time, 12 month fixed-term role based in Twizel.

Te Oranga o te Ao Tūroa  | Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa

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

Te Manahuna, Project River Recovery is looking for an experienced person to join the biodiversity team, based in the Twizel office, for a fixed period of 12 months. This is an exciting opportunity for the right individual to join part of a committed and professional Biodiversity team to achieve high quality conservation outcomes.

As a Biodiversity Ranger you will be carrying out predator control in two trap networks (Tasman River, Upper Ōhau River) with the addition of further networks in future, either as the operator or managing contractors The role will be focused on ensuring effective trapping to ensure the survival of, and increase in populations of Nationally Critical braided river bird species, including the flagship species for the Twizel District – kakī/black stilt. You will be responsible for implementing the planning, day to day activities and reporting involved with this project.

Your responsibilities will include organizing and delivering the work project relating to:

• servicing traps and maintaining trap networks
• handling toxin in ground-based operations
• initiating predator response to any major predation events on a significant island breeding colony of black-fronted terns in the Upper Ōhau river
• trapping contractor auditing and management
• track maintenance (for traplines and existing LUV access)
• liaising with trapping volunteers in Aoraki Mt Cook National Park.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

The successful applicant will have:

• A current vertebrate pest controlled substances licence (CSL).
• Field skills (working in braided rivers).
• Trapping and toxin use skills.
• LUV experience.
• Animal Pest Operational Planning qualifications.
• Good data management skills.
• Report writing experience.
• Ability to manage contractors.

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.

Tono ināianei | Apply now

If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do let us know.

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.

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 overs the whole period of employment.

Rā katinga | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Monday, 7 October 2024.

Me he pātai anō | For further enquiries, please feel free to contact Cody Thyne, Supervisor, on 027 499 5162

Taupānga | Job reference: DOC/1821224