Principal Ranger (Onepū and Nga Awa) | Tūtei Mātāmua

Department of Conservation - Te Papa Atawhai; Kaitaia; Presencial; NZD 94.000 - 119.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Department of Conservation – Te Papa Atawhai in Kaitaia seeks an authoritative Principal Ranger to lead conservation delivery and people management. You will coordinate staff, plan programmes, and build partnerships with iwi and stakeholders to deliver regional conservation outcomes.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will drive strategic leadership, oversee budgets, and influence district-wide decision-making while aligning with DOC values and continuous improvement.

Qualificações

• An experienced people leader who can empower, motivate, and foster a positive team culture.
• Strong financial planning, budgeting, and resource management skills.
• Experience delivering operational outcomes across geographically dispersed environments.
• Excellent communicator and collaborator who builds trusted relationships.
• Experience managing projects, contracts, and work programmes to achieve outcomes.
• Proven ability to work with whānau, hapū, iwi, communities and partners.
• Ability to think strategically, navigate complexity, and contribute to district planning.

Responsabilidades

• Recruiting, onboarding, and developing staff while building a collaborative team culture.
• Planning, scheduling, and coordinating work programmes to deliver on time and within budget.
• Contributing to District Leadership Team discussions on priorities and resources.
• Building relationships with iwi, hapū, communities, and stakeholders to achieve shared outcomes.
• Providing leadership and support across multiple teams and programmes within a large district.
• Managing budgets and monitoring performance, outputs, and risks.
• Collaborating with DOC teams and partners to achieve conservation objectives.
• Leading by example with integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Conhecimentos

People leadership

Financial planning

Resource management

Operational delivery

Communication

Contract & project management

Stakeholder collaboration

Strategic thinking

NZ Driver's License

Descrição da vaga

Principal Ranger - Kaitaia

Influential, people leader role contributing to Conservation outcomes for Aotearoa. Permanent role. Salary range - $93,656 - $118,510. Kaitaia based Lead conservation delivery and people as a Principal Ranger, building strong partnerships to achieve regional outcomes.

About the role

The Department of Conservation protects and manages Aotearoa New Zealand’s natural and historic heritage for the benefit of present and future generations. As part of this, the Regional Operations Group delivers the frontline conservation work that protects and enhances the places, species, and ecosystems entrusted to DOC. Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Principal Ranger is a key operational leadership role responsible for providing strategic leadership, operational oversight, and support across the geographically diverse Kaitaia District. The role ensures people, resources, and priorities are effectively coordinated to deliver conservation outcomes while navigating the increasing complexity of operations across the district.

As a member of the District Leadership Team, you’ll work closely with operational teams, managers, iwi, community groups, partners, and stakeholders to align priorities, strengthen relationships, and support the successful delivery of regional work programmes. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced leader who can influence outcomes, connect people, foster collaboration, and drive continuous improvement across a diverse operational environment.

The position will be focusses on:

• Recruiting, onboarding, and developing staff while building a positive and collaborative team culture.
• Planning, scheduling, and coordinating work programmes to ensure delivery within agreed timelines and budgets.
• Contributing to District Leadership Team discussions and decisions relating to priorities, resources, and operational delivery.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with iwi, hapū, whānau, community groups, and key stakeholders to achieve shared outcomes.
• Providing leadership and support across multiple teams and work programmes within a large and geographically dispersed district.
• Managing budgets and financial performance while monitoring outputs, outcomes, and risks.
• Collaborating across DOC teams and with community partners to achieve conservation objectives.
• Leading by example through integrity, accountability, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Skills and experience

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako – Skills and experience:

• An experienced people leader who is skilled at empowering, motivating, and creating a positive team culture.
• Strong financial, planning, and resource management skills, with the ability to balance competing priorities.
• Experience leading operational delivery and coordinating resources across complex or geographically dispersed environments.
• An excellent communicator and collaborator who builds trusted relationships and influences positive outcomes.
• Experience managing projects, contracts, and work programmes to achieve agreed outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with whānau, hapū, iwi, community groups, businesses, and partner organisations.
• Ability to think strategically, navigate complexity, and contribute to district-wide planning and decision-making.
• Full NZ Drivers License.

What’s in it for you?

DOC is committed to a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow. We’re driven by our values and behaviours, and are working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive by default. We also support flexible working arrangements for our kaimahi across Aotearoa, with options considered based on the role and in discussion with your leader.

Eligibility

You must hold a valid NZ work visa that covers the duration of employment.

Closing date

Applications close at 11:59 pm on Wednesday 18th November. This advert may close early, so please apply promptly.

Contact

For further enquiries, please contact Leeza Young, Senior Recruitment Advisor, [e-mail].

Our vision

The Department of Conservation, Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature across Aotearoa. When nature thrives, we all thrive. Ko tā Te Papa Atawhai he tiaki, he whakarauora anō hoki i te taiao puta noa i Aotearoa. He oranga taiao, he oranga tangata. Our people bring this vision to life. Spread across Aotearoa, they care for the land, water, and native species. From frontline rangers and technical experts to vital support teams - we have a diverse range of roles.

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