Ranger Local Bodies (Aoraki)

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. Ko tā Te Papa Atawhai he tiaki, he whakarauora anō hoki i te taiao puta noa i Aotearoa. He oranga taiao, he oranga tangata.

Mō te tūranga | About the roleThis role plays a key part in assisting a range of essential operational services, including :

Waste collection, including recycling and food waste

Processing and preparation of solid waste for transport

• Ensuring the Material Resource Facility (MRF) is kept to a high standard
• Complete waste management related purchasing and invoicing
• Learn village water and wastewater systems
• Undertake duty officer responsibilities for Local Body operations
• Supporting the maintenance of infrastructure, plant, roads, and footpath networks
• Participating in the road snow clearing programme as required
• Equipment maintenance & preventative maintenance checks
• Participating in rural fire training, response and other emergency responses to meet the department's obligations

Weekend, public holiday, and Duty Officer shifts are required for this role. Click here for the Role Description Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experienceIf you have the following skills and attributes, including the ability to work across multiple trades, we are keen to hear from you :

• Full New Zealand drivers' licence - Class 2 (essential)
• Experience in heavy vehicle operations including Forklift, Wheels, Tracks, Roller endorsements
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to work across all trades
• Knowledge and commitment to health and safety
• Ability to work with a high level of autonomy whilst able to work as part of a team
• You must have good computer literacy skills, written and oral communication skills
• Proven experience dealing with customers in a professional manner
• Willingness to work on rostered weekends

Desirable :

• Experience in maintaining small plant, equipment, and / or roads
• Familiar with water reticulation and pumping systems
• Rural fire experience and / or willingness to join
• Interest and / or experience in emergency services
• Current First Aid certificate

Mō te tīma | About the teamAs a Local Body team member working in Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park, you will be part of a small team who maintain infrastructure and provide services to the remote alpine village. These services include building maintenance, potable water, wastewater, roading and snow clearing, landscaping, rural fire, solid waste (rubbish), and flood protection.He aha ngā pāinga mōu? | 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.Tonoa inaiānei | Apply nowApply 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 during the recruitment process, please let us know.The salary range for this position is $65,070 to $75,981 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 whakakapi | Applications close at 11 : 00 pm on Thursday, 25 September. Depending on the volume of applications received, we may close this advertisement early, so please submit your application as soon as possible.Me he pātai anō, whakapā mai | For further enquiries, please contact Charlotte Day at chday@doc.govt.nz