Conservation Project Lead - Heritage & Visitors

DOC; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 69,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

DOC in Te Anau is seeking a Ranger - Project Lead to drive the Fit-for-Purpose programme, coordinate cross-functional teams and deliver conservation assets projects across the Te Anau District.

You will lead field operations, manage plans, timelines and budgets, and report milestones while building strong relationships with iwi, whānau, communities and partner organisations to enable outcomes for protected places and ecosystems.

Qualifications

• Experience leading or coordinating conservation projects and programmes.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver within budgets and timeframes.
• Strong communication and relationship management across diverse stakeholders.
• Knowledge of conservation operations, assets, infrastructure, or operational delivery is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Region's Fit-for-Purpose programme and coordinate projects to improve assets and infrastructure.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and resources to achieve project outcomes.
• Provide leadership in the field and foster a positive team environment.
• Develop project plans, timelines, budgets and risk assessments.
• Monitor progress and report milestones and performance.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify and manage project risks, issues and opportunities.
• Support continuous improvement and effective project delivery practices.

Skills

Leadership

Conservation knowledge

Project delivery

Stakeholder engagement

Budgeting & planning

Job description

DOC in Te Anau is seeking a Ranger - Project Lead to drive the Fit-for-Purpose programme, coordinate cross-functional teams and deliver conservation assets projects across the Te Anau District.

You will lead field operations, manage plans, timelines and budgets, and report milestones while building strong relationships with iwi, whānau, communities and partner organisations to enable outcomes for protected places and ecosystems.