Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
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 across Aotearoa. When nature thrives, we all thrive.
- Provide weed management advice to achieve conservation outcomes
- Lead and participate in the development of effective weed management systems, processes, and tools
- Salary ranges from $79,656 - $100,639 based on skills and experience
- Permanent full-time opportunity, Invercargill or Wellington CBD location
He angitūtanga | About the role
This is an opportunity to join our team of technical advisors that support DOC's operations staff to deliver work on the weeds that threaten our biodiversity and ecosystems.
You will work as part of a collaborative network, supporting each other in giving the best available advice across the country. You will also work on more nationally focused projects such as the development of best practice, and the delivery of training for DOC staff involved in weed control.
You will be seen as a subject matter expert by your peers and will enjoy working with a wide range of DOC staff, as well as representing DOC in meetings and projects with other agencies including MPI, Regional Councils, and community groups.
This is a permanent opportunity based in Invercargill or Wellington. We will consider other locations on request. Please state in your covering letter where you'd prefer to be based.
The position will be focused on:
- Supporting DOC's rangers to deliver effective weed control programmes to benefit biodiversity
- Developing and reviewing best practice documents that support prioritisation and delivery of our work
- Providing advice to colleagues and other agencies in relation to weed management
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience
This is a great opportunity for someone with a background in pest plant management and weed control, who is looking to move into a more strategic role as a next step in their career.
We want to hear from you if you have:
- Experience and understanding of weed management and the impacts of invasive weeds on our biodiversity and ecosystems.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Previous experience in planning and carrying out weed control operations.
- Strong relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills.
Desirable skills, experience, and qualifications:
- Tertiary qualifications in plant science, ecology, plant biosecurity, or a similar field, or equivalent experience.
- Qualifications in herbicide use.
- Experience with GIS, and good data management skills.
- Familiarity with the NZ flora and experience in plant identification, surveillance, and/or monitoring.
- Experience working in partnership with iwi and understanding of tikanga Māori and mātauranga Māori.
- Experience planning, leading, and managing cross-functional projects, meeting timeframes and budgets.
- Current, full New Zealand Drivers Licence and ability to travel as and when required.
- Experience in supporting project delivery and giving technical advice and guidance to field staff.
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 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.
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 with the starting salary appointed based on candidate's 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.
Please note: This advert may close earlier than specified if a suitable candidate is found. We are not accepting applications from or engaging with recruitment agencies for this role.
Rā katinga | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Monday, 21 April 2025.
Me he pātai anō | For further enquiries, contact Clare Stringer on cstringer@doc.govt.nz
Taupānga | Job reference: DOC/1850471