Ranger Logistics Support Officer

Department of Conservation (DOC); Whanganui; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Conservation (DOC) is seeking a Logistics Support Officer to provide essential administrative support to field teams conducting biodiversity monitoring across New Zealand. This full-time, permanent role involves liaising with various stakeholders, organizing logistics, and ensuring teams have the necessary resources for their fieldwork. Join a passionate team dedicated to protecting and restoring nature in Aotearoa.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proven experience in relationship management.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to field teams.
• Organize accommodation and equipment for field deployments.
• Ensure data quality and maintain information for field teams.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Planning and organization

Attention to detail

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Experience in customer service or administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Full time, permanent opportunities available – salary $60,314 - $75,603
• Location Palmerston North or Invercargill
• Bring your strong administration skills to support conservation mahi
  
  

Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Tūroa

The Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature across Aotearoa. When nature thrives, we all thrive.

He angitūtanga | About the role

This role is office based and largely provides administration support to the local Supervisor and field teams. The field teams conduct fieldwork for biodiversity monitoring programmes across New Zealand as part of the Department's tiered National Biodiversity Monitoring Programme. As our Logistics Support Officer, you will be the go to person supporting our field teams ensuring they have all the equipment and resources they need available for their day or field deployments ahead.

Key responsibilities include:

• Liaising with operations managers, iwi, landowners, supervisors and Rangers e.g. to ensure the field teams have the necessary permissions to travel to plots and stay on location.
• Organising accommodation, equipment and a range of other administrative tasks to assist the field teams and supervisor.
• Data quality assurance and maintaining information for the field teams and preparing the necessary background information teams need in the field.
  
  

Please note: One permanent role is available in Palmerston North, and one permanent role is available in Invercargill.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

You're an administration superstar with a people-focused attitude who thrives on teamwork and keeping things running smoothly. You take pride in getting things done and supporting the wider team.

We'd love to hear from you if you have:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proven experience in relationship management and stakeholder engagement.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, and Teams.
• Excellent planning, organisation, and attention to detail.
• The ability to adapt to changing circumstances and manage competing priorities.
• Previous experience in customer service, administration, or a similar field (highly advantageous).
  
  

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | 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.

Mō te tīma | About the team

The Monitoring Operations Team is a nationally distributed group with five permanent bases across Aotearoa, New Zealand. Each base is responsible for conducting fieldwork within its designated region, primarily in support of nationally focused monitoring programmes. Fieldwork is typically carried out in small teams of two to eight members.

The main field season runs from September through March. During these extended field deployments, staff are often away from their home base for the duration, returning only when weather conditions make fieldwork unsafe. Outside of the peak season, field opportunities continue, though most staff revert to a standard Monday-to-Friday office schedule. This time is used to prepare for the upcoming field season and support ongoing operations.

The Monitoring Operations Team fosters a close-knit, supportive culture built around a shared passion for the outdoors and the meaningful work they undertake. The logistic support roles are an integral part of the team supporting the field staff to achieve their field work.

Tono ināianei | 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 throughout the recruitment process, please do let us know.

The salary range for this position is $60,314 - $75,603 with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience.

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.

Rā katinga | Applications close on Friday, 30 May 2025 at 11:59pm.

Me he pātai anō | For further enquiries, contact Rebecca Fonoti on [e-mail].

Taupānga | Job reference: DOC/1855679