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- Are you passionate about the conservation of New Zealand's natural flora and fauna and a skilled and experienced people leader?
- Do you enjoy field delivery, and passionate about sharing your skills and knowledge with others in a wonderful part of the world?
- Full time permanent position, based in Picton.
Toitū te marae a Tāne-Mahuta, toitū te marae a Tangaroa, toitū te tangata
If the land is well and the sea is well, the people will thrive
The Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and sustain nature across Aotearoa. We put nature and people at the heart of our mahi, guided by te reo Māori, te ao Māori and Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We do this by:
- protecting land, species, ecosystems, and cultural heritage for conservation purposes
- managing threats and adverse impacts
- being a voice for conservation
- connecting people to nature.
He angitūtanga | About the role
The Sounds District is seeking an experienced, self-motivated and capable Supervisor to lead, support and develop our mainland Biodiversity Team in this permanent, full-time position.
Supporting the Operations Manager, you are responsible for planning, organising and implementing the delivery of biodiversity work for our team of Rangers. Although the role is expected to be somewhat field based, supervising and supporting the Rangers you manage will also require you to place just as much importance on the delivery of office-based tasks.
You will work closely with the Operations Manager and Senior Ranger, Biodiversity to develop and deliver the work plans as well as collaborate with other teams to achieve greater conservation outcomes for the District. You will maintain and build great relationships with the wider community, iwi, hapu and whanau.
The position will be focussed on:
- coaching and mentoring team members to equip them to succeed in their work
- collaborating with other Supervisors in the District to ensure priority work is covered
- actively working with whānau, hapū and iwi in delivering the work programme
- leading the team in a way that inspires trust, respect and continuous improvement in performance
- managing and building stakeholder relationships
- supporting the Operations Manager in the leadership of the team
This role will be based in our Picton office.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience
You will be an experienced people leader or an up-and-coming leader, ideally with experience in conservation. We want to hear from you if you have the following:
- Demonstrated leader/supervisor skills and the ability to inspire, motivate and coach a passionate team.
- Previous experience in biodiversity including knowledge of native flora and fauna and pest control.
- Strong field planning and coordinating skills, including the ability to prioritise your own work and that of the delivery team.
- Willingness to contribute to the wider office needs and culture e.g. duty officer, H&S forums, represent the office in a public capacity.
- Computer and technologically savvy skills.
- Strong understanding and values of health and safety.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.
- A high level of fitness with remote area/ backcountry experience.
- A genuine interest in the Departments management of our natural and cultural heritage, and an enthusiasm for engaging others in conservation.
- Self-motivated and can-do attitude.
- Full New Zealand Driver Licence.
Desirable:
- A tertiary qualification or equivalent experience in science or natural heritage management.
- Boating/skippering qualifications.
- Good knowledge of the local Sounds District.
- Current first aid certificate.
- Previous experience engaging and working in partnership with iwi and tangata whenua, as well as an understanding of the implications of te Tiriti o te Waitangi (the Treaty of Waitangi) on today's society and conservation.
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What's in it for you?
Te Papa Atawhai is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that represents the communities we serve, creating an inclusive workplace culture, supporting the relationship between Māori and the Crown, and lifting our cultural capability. We encourage our people to bring their authentic self and unique perspectives to work, in pursuit of our collective aspirations. Our commitment to well-being and professional development includes:
- flexible working opportunities suited to your role
- career development, secondment and training opportunities to help you realise your goals
- study assistance in programmes that are relevant to your work
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and discounted medical insurance.
- great discounts on DOC accommodation and outdoor apparel and gear so you're ready for your next adventure
- Te Pukenga Atawhai – Cultural Capability Development Programme.
Tono ināianei | Apply now
Apply online via the DOC Careers Centre with a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant skills experience and motivation for joining Te Papa Atawhai.
The salary range for this position is $77,336 to $97,708 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 katinga | Applications close at 5 pm on Sunday, 23 July 2023
Me he pātai anō | Further enquiries contact Laura Vigenser, Recruitment advisor, at lvigenser@doc.govt.nz
Taupānga | Job Reference: DOC/1705630
