Ranger (Fixed term/ Secondment)

Department of Conservation - Te Papa Atawhai; New Zealand; Presencial; NZD 62.000 - 67.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Department of Conservation – Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) is offering a full-time, fixed-term opportunity based at the Sockburn/Mahaanui Office in Christchurch. The role supports three projects—Te Waihora Weed Strikeforce, Kahuria Te Waihora, and the Tārerekautuku Wetland Project—aimed at protecting and enhancing Te Waihora/Lake Ellesmere’s indigenous biodiversity.

Project work is physically demanding and often takes place in un-tracked wetlands with challenging environmental conditions, but it is

Formación

• Experience in varied methods of weed control.
• Willow identification experience.
• Native restoration planting experience.
• Current full driver license required.
• Ability to do repetitive physical work long-term.

Responsabilidades

• Ecological weed control.
• Animal pest control.
• Eco-sourced planting.
• Plant maintenance.

Conocimientos

Weed control

Willow identification

Native restoration planting

Driver license

Physical endurance

Descripción del empleo

Exciting opportunity to use your experience and knowledge to benefit conservation outcomes.

Salary range: $62,192 - $67,446 Full time, fixed term or secondment until June 2027, Based at Sockburn/Mahaanui Office, Christchurch.

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

About the role

This is an opportunity to join a team who work across three projects – Te Waihora Weed Strikeforce, Kahuria Te Waihora, and the Tārerekautuku Wetland Project.

Each project has independent funding which we've combined to create full time work.

The aim of all three projects is to protect and enhance the indigenous biodiversity of Te Waihora/Lake Ellesmere.

The tasks are physically demanding and are often situated in un-tracked wetlands where environmental conditions can be harsh.

Although physically demanding, the work can be incredibly rewarding as we continue to make a positive change at a landscape scale on the margins of Te Waihora.

• ecological weed control
• animal pest control
• eco-sourced planting
• plant maintenance

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

• experience in varied methods of weed control
• particularly for willow plant identification
• native restoration planting experience
• current full driver license required
• ability to do repetitive physical work long-term.

Desirable

• Growsafe certificate
• kayak training
• wader training
• scrub bar experience
• 4WD experience and training
• First Aid certificate

Mō te tīma | About the team

The team in the Mahaanui District delivers the broad range of conservation work from the Rakaia River in the south to the Conway River (just south of Kaikoura) in the north. This includes the Christchurch and Banks Peninsula area. There are also a range of terrestrial biodiversity values, threats, conservation areas and recreation opportunities that require protection and maintenance. The District manages an offshore island with high biodiversity values, has a base in Akaroa, a native plant nursery at Motukarara and a visitor centre in the city centre.

He aha ngā pāinga mōu? | 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.

Applications close at 11:59 pm on Sunday 15 November 2026

This advert may close early, so please apply promptly.

For further enquiries, please contact Gary Boyd Supervisor [e-mail]

Salary: $62,192 - $67,446 depending on skills and experience.

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

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. 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 our 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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