- Do you have practical skills and need to be working outdoors?
- Enjoy variety in work locations and seeing/enhancing the regions?
- Are you a team player who can add value with a dynamic and modern bunch?
We’re involved with several high-profile ecological restoration projects across Otago, Southland and the Waitaki. We have opportunities to be part of a proactive team renowned for making a difference.
Job Description: A ‘Restoration Ranger’ requires a high level of physical and mental fitness. We carry out a broad range of practical and physical conservation tasks in often challenging, unforgiving, isolated and fragile eco-systems as set out below:
- Tree planting and the installation of plant guards ie digging holes with spades or petrol earth augers, planting native plants in holes, folding and installing plant guards)
- Weed control using a combination of techniques ie knapsack, spray gun scrub bar, chainsaw, hand releasing. (A Growsafe certificate will be required)
- Installation, monitoring, clearing and reporting of trapline networks.
- Upkeep and maintenance of grounds, tracks and infrastructure.
- Assistance with training and supervision of colleagues, volunteers and public events if required.
- Reporting and mapping on weed and pest control projects
What we offer
- A supportive, flexible and safety-focused work environment
- New training and personal growth opportunities
- Commitment and recognition of skills, performance and work ethics – pay is based on what you bring, rather than being pre populated.
- Positive work culture and a close-knit team of rangers
- Varied work and travel to interesting and remote sites around the region and beyond
- The opportunity to work outdoors for the betterment of the natural environment every day, our mahi is meaningful and produces positive environmental outcomes
- Flexibility and understanding around personal interests, enabling leave for what’s important to you
- High quality gear, modern and safe vehicles, PPE, uniform and wet weather equipment
Attributes we’re most fond of:
- Ability to work well as part of a close knit small team and independently at times
- Adaptability – you may be switching between different tasks on any given day and project changes due to weather, client requests, colleagues availability etc
- An interest in our native flora and fauna and desire to help protect
- Big picture thinking, understanding the greater impact of our work. The ability to make constant assessments and create solutions on the fly to ensure safety, efficiency and productivity
- Capability in the outdoors – it’s a physically demanding job and there will be many days working in challenging weather ie hot, dry, windy, wet and combinations of all
- A good attitude and willingness to learn and share with the team
- An eye for detail and a sensitive approach
- Great communication skills
- A focus on safety and capable with manual labour
- General/transferrable outdoor skills and experiences
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- Already holding industry standard tickets ie Growsafe, 4WD, LUV, chainsaw, first aid etc are always an advantage but not essential.
The majority of our projects are based rurally, rangers will need to be comfortable and available for this associated travel. Many projects are ‘out of the city’ and involve travel to rural areas. ‘Stay out’ projects are generally up to 5 days at a a time (Mon-Fri) and we like to be flexible where we can with offering shorter weeks as offset when manageable with project deadlines. Travel time, company vehicles, accommodation and food will be provided during projects which require overnight travel.
We have specialist habitat restoration knowledge and equipment and are passionate about native ecosystems. Our vision is to contribute to ensuring Aotearoa is a place that native species and people can co-exist and call home, as well as a place to be proud of.