Biodiversity Ranger: Field & Restoration Specialist

Department of Conservation; Tūrangi; On-site; NZD 66,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Conservation in Tūrangi invites applications for a Biodiversity Ranger. You will contribute to protecting threatened species, restoring habitats, and delivering biodiversity work across the Central Plateau through fieldwork and planning, reporting and administration.

This role suits a team player who is adaptable, resilient and passionate about NZ's unique flora and fauna, with experience in pest control, monitoring, restoration or species management and a willingness to stay

Responsibilities

• Delivering a wide range of biodiversity work across the Central Plateau
• Threatened Species Management - Protecting and nurturing our unique flora and fauna
• Threat Management - Tackling animal pests, controlling weeds
• Building strong working relationships with contractors, volunteers, whānau, hapū, iwi, community groups, and other stakeholders
• Participating in wider district operations and supporting regional work programmes and projects as required

Job description

The Department of Conservation in Tūrangi invites applications for a Biodiversity Ranger. You will contribute to protecting threatened species, restoring habitats, and delivering biodiversity work across the Central Plateau through fieldwork and planning, reporting and administration.

This role suits a team player who is adaptable, resilient and passionate about NZ's unique flora and fauna, with experience in pest control, monitoring, restoration or species management and a willingness to stay