Ranger (Fixed term / Secondment)

Exciting opportunity to use your experience and knowledge to benefit conservation outcomes.

Full time, fixed term or secondment until June 2027, based at Sockburn / Mahaanui Office, Christchurch.

Mō te tūranga | About the role

This is an opportunity to join a team who work across three projects – Te Waihora Weed Strikeforce, Kahuria Te Waihora, and the Tārerekautuku Wetland Project. Each project has independent funding which we’ve combined to create full time work. The aim of all three projects is to protect and enhance the indigenous biodiversity of Te Waihora / Lake Ellesmere.

The tasks are physically demanding and are often situated in un-tracked wetlands where environmental conditions can be harsh. Although physically demanding, the work can be incredibly rewarding as we continue to make a positive change at a landscape scale on the margins of Te Waihora.

This role will be focussed on :

• ecological weed control
• animal pest control
• eco-sourced planting
• plant maintenance.

This is a full time (40 hours per week), fixed term role ending in June 2027. Standard hours : Monday to Friday 7 : 30 am to 4 pm.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

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

Desirable :

Mō te tīma | About the team

The team in the Mahaanui District delivers the broad range of conservation work from the Rakaia River in the south to the Conway River (just south of Kaikoura) in the north. This includes the Christchurch and Banks Peninsula area. There are also a range of terrestrial biodiversity values, threats, conservation areas and recreation opportunities that require protection and maintenance. The District manages an offshore island with high biodiversity values, has a base in Akaroa, a native plant nursery at Motukarara and a visitor centre in the city centre.

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 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 during the recruitment process, please let us know.

The salary range for this position is $60,703 to $66,911 with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience.

You are encouraged to discuss secondment opportunities with your manager. Secondments should offer the opportunity to build capability in line with your development plan. You must seek the support of your line manager (minimum Tier 4) in writing before applying for a secondment opportunity and attach it to your application.

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

Applications close at 11 : 59 pm on Thursday, 2 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

For further enquiries, please contact Marie Kealey, Recruitment Advisor, at

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