Conservation Coordinator

• Permanent opportunity within the Regional Parks
• Work collaboratively with communities, iwi, and key stakeholders
• A clean NZ driving licence essential

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

Auckland Council’s Regional Parks has a permanent opportunity for a Conservation Coordinator to join in a permanent capacity.

The Conservation Coordinator helps deliver regional environmental programmes by making sure conservation projects across the Regional Parks network are implemented efficiently and on time. The role supports NETR pest plant and animal control work, ecological restoration projects, and other activities that protect and improve Auckland’s natural environments

You can find the position description  here

The remuneration range is between $76,160 - $107,520 depending on skillset and experience.

Te hiranga o tēnei mahi: Why this role matters

This role makes a real impact by helping protect and restore Auckland’s natural environments. By coordinating pest plant and animal control, and driving ecological restoration work. The Conservation Coordinator ensures conservation projects happen smoothly and on time. Their work helps native species recover and strengthens biodiversity.

Ngā kawenga matua: Key responsibilities

What you will do:

• Support Regional Leads to develop clear and practical project specifications for conservation initiatives.
• Work with Regional Leads and sector teams to develop, agree on, and deliver annual workplans that align with priorities and ecological outcomes.
• Coordinate the services, materials, and resources needed to deliver conservation projects across the Regional Parks network.
• Oversee and monitor the work of contractors, staff, and volunteers to ensure projects meet agreed standards and achieve expected ecological and operational results.
• Complete all project reporting, monitoring, and compliance tasks accurately and on time.

He kōrero mōu: About you

We’re looking for someone who can build strong, collaborative relationships across a wide range of internal teams and external partners. You’ll have excellent time management, organisation and communication skills. The role requires an understanding of Tangata Whenua relationships, Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations, and a working knowledge of Tikanga Māori and Te Reo Māori to support respectful collaboration.

What We’re Looking For:

• A degree-level tertiary qualification in a relevant field (e.g. ecology, conservation, management).
• 3+ years’ experience in environmental / land management or ecological restoration role.
• Demonstrated experience in leading ecological projects, including those which have significant impact on communities.
• Strong track record of effective project delivery, including contract supervision
• Current and valid drivers license

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

At Auckland Council, you will join a dynamic, supportive environment where your mahi (work) will directly impact the lives of over 1.7 million Aucklanders. We offer flexible working conditions, a focus on well-being, and a culture of continuous improvement.

We are proud to be recognised for our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We are accredited by GenderTick, a signatory of the Pride Pledge. These commitments reflect our ongoing efforts to create a workplace where all staff feel valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. 

Together, we can create a Tāmaki Makaurau we can all be proud of. As part of our organisation, please view a range of our: benefits.  

Me Tono Ināianei!: Apply Now!

Applications close: Friday 20th February at 12am NZDT

We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis as they come in so, please apply today to avoid disappointment!

If you have any support or access requirements, please advise us when submitting your application so we can assist you.

Our employer Kiwisaver contribution is additional to base salary offered.

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As a part of Auckland Council drug and alcohol policy pre-employment checks, you will be subject to drug, alcohol and police screening.

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.
 
Employees in receipt of salary protection and/or on the predecessor Council terms and conditions of employment, please note that the salary protection and/or predecessor Council terms and conditions, including relocation, apply to your current position. Should you change to a new position (other than any secondment) you will be issued with a new employment letter of offer with current Auckland Council terms and conditions.