Ranger (Fixed term / Secondment)

Exciting opportunity to use your experience and knowledge to benefit conservation outcomes.Salary range: $62,192 - $67,446Full 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 T&#363roa M&#333 te t&#363ranga | 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 T&#257rerekautuku 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. This role will be focussed on: ecological weed controlanimal pest controleco-sourced plantingplant maintenance. Click here for the Role Description Ng&#257 p&#363kenga me ng&#257 wheako | Skills and experience If you have some of following, we are keen to hear from you: experience in varied methods of weed control, particularly for willowplant identificationnative restoration planting experiencecurrent, full driver license requiredability to do repetitive physical work long-term.Desirable: Growsafe certificatekayak trainingwader trainingscrub bar experience4WD experience and training. First Aid certificate. M&#333 te t&#299ma | 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 ng&#257 p&#257inga m&#333u? | 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. Tonoa inai&#257nei | Apply now Apply online with your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and motivation. We're unable to accept emailed applications or provide feedback to applicants not shortlisted. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, let us know and we'll try to accommodate. 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. R&#257 whakakapi | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Sunday 15 November 2026, This advert may close early, so please apply promptly Me he p&#257tai an&#333, whakap&#257 mai | For further enquiries, please contact Gary Boyd Supervisor at'[email protected]