Ranger Biodiversity (Fixed-Term)

Role Summary

An exciting opportunity has become available for a Ranger Biodiversity to join the Kaikoura DOC team on a three-year fixed-term basis.

In this role, you will primarily lead weed control in the Waiau Toa Clarence River catchment and manage additional weed control around the Kaikoura Peninsula.

You will also be involved in threatened plant monitoring and management.

Key Responsibilities

Lead key weed-control projects across the Waiau Toa / Clarence River and Kaikoura Peninsula.

Work with iwi, councils, and community partners to deliver real conservation impact.

Build biodiversity skills through threatened plant monitoring and backcountry fieldwork.

Join a supportive Kaikoura team protecting unique landscapes and species.

Salary range : $65,070 to $75,981.

Three-year fixed-term role based in Kaikoura.

Skills and Experience

Experience managing weed control projects and familiar with best practice weed control.

Proven leadership experience.

Ability to work in a tight-knit team.

Experience working in partnership with iwi, stakeholders, and other agencies.

Sound weed / plant identification knowledge.

GrowSafe certificate.

Full New Zealand driver's licence.

Four-wheel drive experience and certification.

Backcountry skills and experience.

Confident with use of GPS and mapping tools.

Budget management and contractor oversight.

Desirable Skills and Experience

Threatened species monitoring and management.

LUV experience and certification.

Chainsaw certification.

Kayak or pack-raft experience.

Benefits

DOC places importance on developing a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow.

We support flexible work arrangements for our staff 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.

DOC offers a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment.

Application Process

Apply online with a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant skills, experience and motivation for joining Te Papa Atawhai.

Due to high volumes, we are unable to accept direct or emailed applications and cannot provide feedback to those not shortlisted.

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.

Applications close at 11 : 59 pm on Tuesday 2 December

Contact

For further enquiries, please contact Pat Crowe, Principal Ranger Mixed,

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