Key Responsibilities
* Work across the Western Sector Regional Parks
* Provide leadership for a team of park rangers
* Develop and manage programmes of work that help to monitor and protect biodiversity values
* Develop and oversee the delivery of plant and animal pest control programmes
* Plan and deliver annual revegetation for regional parks west
* Effectively liaise with internal teams to deliver agreed biodiversity outcomes
* Contract management experience
* Plan and respond to tree management activities on regional park land
* Engage with iwi, volunteers, and partner groups to effectively enable conservation initiatives that have aligned outcomes
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
We are on the lookout for an experienced individual to take the lead, protecting and enhancing the environment and natural landscapes of Auckland’s Western Regional Parks. From vast forests with magnificent Kauri to the black volcanic sand surf beaches synonymous with Auckland’s west coast, the Western Regional Parks encompass everything that New Zealand is world renowned for.
Engaging with local Iwi, community, and volunteer groups, we are looking for someone with a passion for conservation and preserving the environment – in a way where our community can engage, enjoy, value, and respect the Waitakere Ranges.
There will be opportunities from time to time to participate in some hands-on Ranger work, but a major focus of this role is to provide management and leadership for a team of park rangers, organization and management of pest control contractors, and to contribute to the development of an effective high-performing team by providing direction, motivation, and development of performance.
You will mainly be based out of our Western offices at Arataki, but on any given day you will work across the Western Sector Regional Parks which include the Waitakere Ranges, Muriwai, and Te Rau Puriri Regional Park to ensure the health of the parks is maintained and enhanced for everyone to enjoy both now and into the future.
You will be required to be on call/standby as part of a regular roster cycle and may be called upon to support staff in the field when rostered on weekends and public holidays.
He kōrero mōu: About you
Along with your experience in conservation or biodiversity, you’ll also bring to this role a depth and breadth of knowledge of specialist areas including ecological restoration programmes, plant and animal pest control. This is a diverse role, offering you opportunities to run conservation programmes across the Western Parks in conjunction with local community groups and partners.
To be successful in this role, you’ll be practically-minded and calm under pressure. You’ll also have excellent communication skills and proven leadership experience, having coached and developed staff. Knowledge and understanding of the New Zealand Health and Safety procedures in the workplace and some farming knowledge including sheep and dry stock would be a real bonus.
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer
This is a fantastic opportunity to play your part in preserving the legacy of Auckland’s Regional Parks whilst taking the next step in your career progression.
The salary range for this role is $85,000 – $94,000 pa. depending on experience and skill sets.
To access a copy of the position description please click here.
Applications close Thursday 30th January 2025.
This role is deemed safety sensitive and in line with Auckland Council policy, you will be required to complete pre-employment drug and alcohol testing. Auckland Council is committed to the protection and wellbeing of children.
This role is classified as a Children’s Worker role under the Vulnerable Children Act 2014. As such, applicants will be required to undergo police vetting prior to commencing employment. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory police check.
Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.
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