Website Department of Conservation
- Align your passion for conservation with your mahi in a varied role supporting biodiversity outcomes.
- Salary: $65,070 to $75,981
- Permanent, full-time- based in Murihiku/ Invercargill
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.
Mō te tūranga | About the role
Your days will be varied with a mix of field and office-based work depending on our programmes of work. The position will be focussed on:
- lead and coordinate fieldwork for wild animal control, with focus on ungulate management
- trapping, fencing, weed control and working on restoration projects
- support species work and responding to wildlife calls
- manage projects to deliver time‑bound work programmes
- collating data, data analysis and reporting
- building strong relationships with colleagues, iwi, community groups and partners
- support wider regional operations team as required
We work strongly in partnership with tangata whenua in the management of lands and taonga species and have multiple strategic partnerships in action that support and enhance the conservation work that we do.
Click here for the Role Description
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience
If you have some of following, we are keen to hear from you:
- proven experience in wild animal control or related work
- field delivery experience across pest control and threatened species work
- project management skills and the ability to deliver conservation programmes effectively
- excellent relationship‑management and stakeholder engagement skills
- strong written and verbal communication skills
- a strong health and safety focus
- proficient in computer-based systems, MS Office, apps and information systems
- a valid driving licence.
We’re committed to developing our people and offer training to build the specialised skills needed for the role.
He aha ngā pāinga mōu? | 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.
Tonoa inaiānei | 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 during the recruitment process, please let us know.
The salary range for this position is $65,070 to $75,981 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.
Rā whakakapi | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Monday, 9 February
Me he pātai anō, whakapā mai | For further enquiries, please contact Marie Kealey, Recruitment Advisor, at mkealey@doc.govt.nz
