Summer Marine Biosecurity Ambassador

Randstad New Zealand; Auckland; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Onboarding and training

Skill development in biosecurity/conse

Job summary

Randstad New Zealand in Auckland is seeking Biosecurity Ambassadors to educate boaties and visitors about preventing pests and diseases in the Hauraki Gulf and its islands. Work is outdoors, in teams, mainly Fridays, weekends and public holidays, starting 3 December 2026 through 26 April 2027, with some mid-week duties possible.

Shifts around 18 hours per week, 6-hour blocks, at locations like Bayswater, Takapuna, Orakei, Westhaven and more.

Qualifications

• Interest in protecting Aotearoa’s marine and terrestrial environments, biosecurity and conservation topics.
• Access to reliable transport is essential.
• Reliable smartphone is required.
• Mature, responsible, organized and dependable worker.

Responsibilities

• Engage with people in friendly, meaningful conversations at boat ramps and marinas.
• Encourage best biosecurity practices (check/clean shoes, bags, gear, vessels, boats, vehicles).
• Collect data and report to Biosecurity Ambassador Coordinator.
• Report issues (including H&S) and non‑compliance to Biosecurity Coordinator (not an enforcement role).
• Monitor information materials and distribute collateral as needed.
• Attend briefings and training sessions.

Skills

Customer service

Public engagement

Communication

Manaakitanga

Kaitiakitanga

Teamwork

Problem solving

Organized

Reliability

Transport access

Education

Secondary school

Job description

Randstad New Zealand in Auckland is seeking Biosecurity Ambassadors to educate boaties and visitors about preventing pests and diseases in the Hauraki Gulf and its islands. Work is outdoors, in teams, mainly Fridays, weekends and public holidays, starting 3 December 2026 through 26 April 2027, with some mid-week duties possible.

Shifts around 18 hours per week, 6-hour blocks, at locations like Bayswater, Takapuna, Orakei, Westhaven and more.