Ranger

• Six-month fixed term full time contract 
• Based at Hunua Ranges Regional Park
• Varied portfolio of work with a focus on recreation and asset management

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

We’re looking for a Park Ranger with a passion for recreation, conservation, people, and cultural heritage. Please note, this is a fixed term full time contract for six months from the agreed start date. There may be an opportunity to apply for a permanent role at the end of this term. This role will play a key part in the management of operational and recreational facilities, interact with user groups, and contribute to maintenance, conservation and partnership projects.There will be the opportunity to work throughout the Southern Sector parks network and ongoing upskilling and training is part of the role. 

Day to day duties involve tasks such as:

• Maintaining walking and mountain biking tracks
• Building and fixing structures and operating powered machinery
• Build relationships and be involved with recreation and community groups
• Be part of planning and overseeing upgrade projects, including contractor management
• Collaborate with other park rangers and support them in conservation projects

Find a copy of the position description here

The renumeration for this role is between $65k - $72k pro rata depending on exprience and skillset 

He kōrero mōu: About you 

You’ll need to be a great communicator, team-player, have a positive attitude, and a passion for working outdoors. The ideal candidate will bring genuine interest in ranger work, particularly around recreation, track and structure construction and maintenance. 

We will be looking for specific experience with the key role requirements: 

• Background in either asset management, maintenance, recreation, or conservation fields is desirable
• Qualifications in ecological, environmental, or parks management disciplines are desirable
• Competency in various machinery and equipment operation. Full training is provided where needed
• Self-autonomous individual who can plan and deliver various aspects of a project 
• Due to the nature of this role, an excellent level of physical fitness and overall health is critical
• A current NZ full driver's licence and ability to drive manual transmission is also required 
   

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

Auckland Council is the largest local government council across Oceania, serving over 1.7 million people and contributing towards making Tāmaki Makaurau a world-class city.We offer a range of employee benefits and proudly support flexible working options where possible. Auckland Botanic Gardens is home to over 10,000 plants from both here in New Zealand and around the world.  It's a great place to work - where both people and their ideas are encouraged to grow.

This is your opportunity to secure a sought-after role in an amazing work environment. If this sounds like your next role apply now.

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Me Tono Ināianei!: Apply Now!
Applications close: Friday 4th April

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.

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.

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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.