Senior Ranger Biodiversity (Fixed Term)

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Bring your strategic thinking, conservation knowledge and passion for partnering with whānau, hapū, iwi & others to achieve great outcomes to this exciting role
• $79,656.00 - $100,639.00 pro-rata
• Fixed term/secondment: until 30/06/2025, Whakatane location
• This is a shared district role with approximately 70/30 split between Whakatane and Gisborne Districts
• There will be an element of travel expected for this role with part of your responsibilities being in Tairāwhiti District.

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

Are you passionate about protecting te taiao, with an interest in partnering with whānau, hapū, iwi and others to achieve conservation outcomes? Would you enjoy field delivery within diverse landscapes including coastal island, wetland, freshwater, and bush environment?

As Senior Ranger, Biodiversity you will work across the full spectrum of pest control, landscape, ecosystem and species protection and restoration.  You will work closely and collaboratively with the Biodiversity/Community Supervisor and be part of a high performing District Leadership Team, shaping the district's overall direction and workplan. You will provide advice to the Operations Manager on how the district work program should reflect DOC's and our Treaty Partners priorities through understanding national priorities and the district context. 

A key to the success of the biodiversity work in the district is its close working relationships and delivery of mahi alongside our iwi/hapū partners, regional and local councils and community stakeholders.  The ability to maintain and build on the existing relationships with whānau, hapū and iwi, central and local government agencies, the wider community will be crucial. 

You will also:

• Lead the delivery of high-priority complex biodiversity tasks and relationship management.
• Follow treaty principles to align the work of the team with whānau, hapū and iwi aspirations.
• Alongside the Supervisor you will support the biodiversity team and the mahi they do out in the field.
• Provide technical and strategic advice on matters relating to district biodiversity values/sites.
• Develop annual operational plans for the team's work and support them in their leadership of this work month to month.
• Manage and report on the Biodiversity budget and mahi.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

You will be comfortable working in a changing environment and are a strategic thinker who can see the big picture and shift the work of the region to align with both DOC's organisational goals and the aspirations of whānau, hapū and iwi. You can communicate clear and concise recommendations for the decision maker.

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

• A strong commitment to Safety and Wellbeing in the workplace
• Planning, prioritisation, organisation skills
• Excellent budget and financial management skills and experience
• Contract and project management experience
• Experience in operating online system software
• Strong relationship skills in working with others, particularly iwi Māori, but also other external stakeholders (i.e. community groups, landowners, regional councils).
• Experience in working with tangata whenua and the ability to take cultural values into account when developing and prioritising work.
• Skilled at coaching, training and supporting staff with the acquisition of technical knowledge
• Proven resilience, with ability to keep calm under pressure while managing high profile work
• Tertiary qualification or equivalent in ecology, biology or environmental sciences would be an advantage.
• Full NZ drivers licence

Mō te tīma | About the team

The Regional Operations Group is responsible for delivering conservation work on the ground through our biodiversity, recreation/historic, community engagement and visitor centre teams.

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

Apply online via the DOC Careers Centre with a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant skills experience and motivation for joining Te Papa Atawhai.

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

The salary range for this position is $79,656 - $100,639 pro-rata 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.

Rā katinga | Applications close at 11:59pm on Tuesday, 22 October 2024

Me he pātai anō | For further enquiries, please feel free to contact: Wihi Meelker-Ngatai wmeelkernga@doc.govt.nz

Taupānga | Job reference: 400/04305