Customer Service - Biosecurity Ambassador

Are you passionate about keeping Tamaki Makaurau Auckland's Hauraki Gulf / Thikapa Moana, its waters and islands, their flora, fauna, and natural resources pristine and healthy?

If you have an interest in talking about our marine and terrestrial environment, biosecurity or conservation, then this will be the role for you!

We are seeking outgoing, reliable individuals who want to protect this beautiful backyard as Biosecurity Ambassadors.

This is the perfect opportunity to take on exciting temporary summer work and kick-start your new year with a passion.

The role : Serious biosecurity issues, including plant diseases, rodents and marine pests, to name a few, are affecting our Hauraki Gulf / Thikapa Moana and Islands, and we want you to be an ambassador to prevent further harm.

You will be educating boaties and visitors at key waterfront boat and ferry departure points in Tamaki Makaurau / Auckland traveling to Hauraki Gulf / Thikapa Moana and its islands on the importance of preventing the spread of pests and diseases and how this can occur.

You will be working in pairs, scheduled on a roster and will be primarily working on Fridays, weekends and public holidays, starting from 2nd December

• and potentially up to 27th April

All Ambassadors must also be comfortable and confident approaching and talking to people, working outdoors and in a variety of locations.

Reliable transport is a must.

Training will be provided.

Start date : The assignment runs from 2nd December to 27th April (you can choose to finish around Auckland Anniversary / Waitangi weekend for the university term).

Hours : Part time, usually 18 hours per week (6-hour shifts - Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays).

Some mid-week work may be required during the peak holiday season.

Shifts are weather dependent.

Locations : Boat ramps and marinas including but not limited to : Bayswater, Browns Bay, Beachlands, Gulf Harbour, Half Moon Bay, Kawakawa Bay, Maraetai Omaha, Orakei, Outboard Boating Club, Pine Harbour, Takapuna, West Harbour and West Haven and possibly others.

Relevant public events such as Auckland Boat Show and Anniversary weekend festivals.

Key responsibilities :

Engaging with people in friendly, meaningful conversations, educating boaties and visitors boat ramps and marinas, and attending summer events.

Encouraging best biosecurity practices, such as checking and cleaning shoes, bags, gear, vessels, boats and vehicles.

Collecting data and reporting this to the Biosecurity Ambassador Coordinator.

Reporting any issues (including H & S) and non-compliance to the Biosecurity Coordinator (note that this is not an enforcement role).

Monitoring availability of information material and distributing collateral as needed.

Attending briefings and training sessions as required.

The ideal candidate :

Has a demonstrated interest in Aotearoa's marine and terrestrial environments, biosecurity and conservation topics.

Has access to a reliable means of transport.

Has a reliable smartphone.

Is mature and responsible and is an organised and reliable worker.

Has strong communication and people skills and an interest in manaakitanga.

Having an outgoing and engaging personality is a must.

Can problem solve effectively and make key decisions in a timely manner.

What we can offer :

Opportunity to build customer service skills.

Onboarding, training and support throughout the assignment.

Opportunity to develop your skills, knowledge and experience further in the biosecurity / conservation field.

Let us know if you would like to discuss the role with us then feel free to reach out via email on

If this role sounds like you then apply today via the "apply" button.

Cover letters are optional.

We will be screening applications as we receive them to move swiftly to interviews.

We are aiming to complete all interviews by 13th November and may take the job advert down earlier.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all.

We actively encourage applications from any background.

Skills : Customer service

Marine biosecurity

Island biosecurity

Biosecurity education

Conservation

Ambassador

Boating and sailing experience

Environment

Qualifications : Customer service

Marine biosecurity

Island biosecurity

Biosecurity education

Conservation

Ambassador

Boating and sailing experience

Environment

Marine biology or science

Education :

Secondary School / High School

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