Ranger Biodiversity (Fixed Term)
- Be part of a team protecting New Zealand's critically endangered kakariki karaka/orange fronted parakeet.
- Work outdoors in beautiful backcountry locations across the South Island.
- Salary ranges from $60,314 - $75,603 depending on relevant experience and skills
- Full time, 3-year fixed term role | based in the DOC Rangiora office
Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Turoa
The Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature across Aotearoa. When nature thrives, we all thrive.
Ko ta Te Papa Atawhai he tiaki, he whakarauora ano hoki i te taiao puta noa i Aotearoa. He oranga taiao, he oranga tangata.
He angitutanga | About the role
This role provides logistical support for rangers based in North Canterbury, out of the Rangiora District Office. Duties include supporting both the field and leadership teams in North Canterbury. You can expect to do a variety of work, primarily in the office, although at times you will be required to work in the field. You will need to able to stay away from home in the backcountry for several nights on occasion. A reasonable level of technical knowledge and physical fitness would be beneficial to ensure a high quality of work is being done safely and to a high standard.
Your responsibilities will include planning and organising equipment and supplies, administrative support, and assisting with technical work programmes relating to:
- Threatened species management.
- Bird identification, monitoring and research
- Animal and pest control programmes
This role is 40 hours per week for a fixed term of 3 years.
Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experience
If you have some of the following, we are keen to hear from you:
- Experience working closely with others in a collaborative way
- Ability to support a team working in remote locations
- Outstanding planning and organisational skills, with experience leading complex projects
- A current First Aid Certificate
- Full New Zealand Drivers Licence
- Experience and qualifications with Light Utility Vehicles (LUV) and 4WD vehicles
- High level of fitness
- Skills and experience in biodiversity management in particular in trapping, pest/predator control or bird monitoring
- Experience with bio security work on islands
- Field based equipment qualifications and experience (chainsaw, scrub bar etc.)
- Capacity for multi day overnight trips on occasion
- Strong health and safety focus
- Good work ethic and reliable
Mo te tima | About the team
The successful applicant will join the Kakariki Karaka Operations Team. This consists of the Manukura, Kakariki Karaka (Operations Manager), Senior Ranger, Supervisor, and seven rangers based out of Rangiora in North Canterbury.
The focus of this team is the recovery of kakariki karaka. Rangers undertake surveys, monitoring, nest protection, translocations and trapping work. The landscape scale trapping programme provides constant pest control in mainland kakariki habitat.
Nga ahuatanga kei a matou | 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.
We support flexible work arrangements for our kamahi who are working in a wide variety of roles and locations across Aotearoa. Flexible options will be considered based on your role and in discussion with your leader.
Tono inaianei | 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 $60,314 - $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 covers the whole period of employment.
Due to high volumes, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role.
Ra katinga | Applications close at 11.59pm on Tuesday 5th August 2025; Depending on the volume of applications received, we may close this advertisement early, so please submit your application as soon as possible.
Me he patai ano | For further enquiries, contact Tom Heather, Supervisor, at [email protected]
Taupanga | Job reference: DOC/1875045
