Natural Area Ranger Location: Hamilton City Employment Type: Permanent Applications Close: 16 February 2024 Are you Hamilton City Council's next Natural Area Ranger? We're looking for a special kind of biodiversity warrior for our Nursery and Natural Areas team. If you think it could be you, let's talk. For this role, you must have: A passion for the outdoors and your community.

Practical experience in a related field. Good level of physical fitness. Some understanding of indigenous ecosystems.

The ability to follow instructions from others and collaborate effectively as a team player. What's in it for me? This is an opportunity for you to join a team, making a big difference, contributing towards the conservation and community enjoyment of the natural environment in the Hamilton area. You'll also enjoy: Free private medical insurance for you and discounted policies for your family members.

Two paid wellbeing days each year to make sure you are looking after yourself. Learning and development opportunities. Free annual health checks and flu vaccinations What does a day in this job look like? You'll be working Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, and there are no overnight stays, so you get to go home to your friends and family each night.

You'll be involved in the delivery of works such as revegetation including site preparation. Planting and maintenance. Weed control.

You'll work in pairs or sometime in the wider team. The recruiting range for this role starts at $54,080 per annum and could be negotiated for the right candidate. We're focused on working together to achieve our vision that Hamilton's full potential is unlocked and it's the best place to live.

Come along for our journey If this role sounds like it's for you, we'd love to hear from you. Make it happen and apply online today. View the Position Description Click apply Do the thing Note that we'll be shortlisting as we receive applications - so don't muck around All candidates will be notified of the outcome on their application via email.

Short-listed candidates will be required to complete an interview process, reference checks and a criminal check. This role is Safety Sensitive so a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol test will be required. View more information about these checks and our commitment to the Privacy act here by clicking here As a council, we believe in creating a welcoming environment where everyone feels valued and belongs.

We value inclusiveness (Kotahitanga) - we respect and value the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents that everyone brings. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to positively influence the lives of the community so that Hamilton's full potential can be unlocked making it the best place to be. It is important to us that we support you throughout our selection process (interview and assessments).

If you have any access needs during this process, let us know in advance so we can make sure these are met. This rol.