Careers in conservation & the environment

Field Officers – Te Ngahere – Avondale, Auckland

Website Te Ngahere

Join our team and make a positive difference in the environment!

Te Ngahere has been restoring New Zealand’s natural resources for over 25 years. Our experts are dedicated to restoring and protecting what makes this country great – its native wildlife and natural ecosystems.

Te Ngahere is currently looking for passionate people interested in conservation to fulfill fixed-term positions (until 30 June 2024). This is a great opportunity for someone who is interested in the delivery of field projects, pest plant and animal control and restoring parks and reserves throughout the Tāmaki Makaurau region.

The ideal candidates will be highly motivated individuals with an interest in New Zealand’s native environment and restoration services including pest plant and animal management and native planting.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Working within teams undertaking pest plant identification and control through herbicide application or manual control
  • Restoring areas through native restoration planting
  • Undertaking animal pest control to allow our native species to thrive

To be successful in this role ideally applicants will have: 

  • A passion for the natural environment and its protection
  • Good level of fitness, ability to work in challenging and remote areas
  • Positive can-do attitude, strong work ethic, and the ability to work well in a team
  • The ability to work away from home from time to time for a week at a time
  • The ability to work weekends when required
  • Full driving license (NZ class 1).
  • NZ Citizen or NZ Permanent Resident status or valid NZ work permit – must already be in New Zealand to apply.

At Te Ngahere, we take pride in providing a supportive work environment for everyone. We provide practical training courses that will help develop your skills while also giving career development opportunities so people can grow together with us as we strive towards common goals!

Please apply with a full CV and cover letter to Office@te-ngahere.co.nz.

Applications close when suitable candidates are recruited.

 

Te Ngahere

To apply for this job email your details to Office@te-ngahere.co.nz.