Ranger Biodiversity Monitoring – Department Of Conservation – Opotiki

Mo te turanga | About the roleWe are looking for an exceptional kaimahi to deliver biodiversity monitoring work within our NWR Central & North Regions, with possible support for the NWR East Coast Region & NWR Southwest Regions.

You will provide specialist skills and experience for the operational delivery of biodiversity monitoring on whenua Maori with a Nga Whenua Rahui formal protection agreement, working on Maori privately owned lands.The role focuses on : Collect biodiversity monitoring data from a wide range of sites and projects.Reporting on data collection.Forward planning and organising all resources required for field trips, including safety plans and approvals.Developing and maintaining all required training capabilities and competencies for this role.Provide office-based advice when requested.You will be part of a national team and may have responsibilities that extend beyond the location where you reside.

Put simply, this is a specialist technical monitoring role that involves a large proportion of time in the field across many different sites.This is a permanent full-time position that will require some work away from home for up to 10 days at a time and assist teams across Aotearoa.Salary ranges from $65,070 to $75,981 depending on skills and experience.

Permanent, full-time role starting February

• ; based in Opotiki.Click here for the Role Description.Mo te tima | About the teamNga Whenua Rahui serves to encourage the voluntary protection of indigenous biodiversity on Maori owned land with emphasis on recognising the cultural and spiritual values of those lands, while recognising the rights guaranteed to Maori Landowners under Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

To learn more about Nga Whenua Rahui, please engage with the programme materials and resources available through DOC.Whanau context and collaboration with landowners are central to this role.Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experienceOur team encourages applications from those who understand our kaupapa and mahi and can demonstrate the diverse range of skills needed, including : Physically fit and capable of working and operating in the backcountryData management, reporting and writing skillsCollaborate, communicate and engage with landowners, whanau, hapu, and iwi within our Opotiki roheUnderstands and appreciates the values for tikanga and kawa and is willing to work within Te Ao Maori & Western ScienceUnderstands the importance of wellbeing, health and safetyTeam player – supports others, great communicator, shows initiative, takes responsibilityA range of biodiversity monitoring experienceCurrent full New Zealand Drivers LicenceComputer skills with confidence in Excel and WordSpecialist skills : Experience in 20 x 20 plot measurementPlant identificationBird identification, preferably 5-minute bird countsAnimal pest monitoring, preferably ungulate pellet counts and possum monitoringAbility to interpret GIS information and use data loggers / GPS unitsA tertiary qualification or equivalent experience and achievements in science or natural heritage management are desirableStrong understanding and appreciation for the values of tikanga and kawa when working with Maori landowners, Whanau / HapuMo te tima | About the team notes : Nga Whenua Rahui emphasises protection of indigenous biodiversity on Maori land and recognises cultural values and rights under Te Tiriti o Waitangi.Me pehea te tono | How to applyTonoa inaianei with a CV and cover letter that highlights relevant skills, experience and motivation for joining DOC.

Due to high application 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 and includes holding a valid work visa covering the entire period of employment.

If you require 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 based on relevant skills and experience.Interviews are expected towards the end of November or early December, with an anticipated start date in February

Depending on application volume, we may close this advertisement early, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

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