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As a BioSense field technician, you will work in the ngahere implementing kauri dieback research, treatment programs, and surveillance. You will be part of a small team with a focus on: • Capturing field data on kauri symptomology • Mapping and data capture (including the use of GPS and GIS field tools) • Working closely with mana whenua partners and kaitiaki for cultural guidance and collaboration • Gathering data to base management decisions to prevent the spread of KD for Councils, DOC, MPI and Iwi groups You will have clearly defined responsibilities and work in a diverse team with opportunities to grow and further develop.

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Applications close at 5 pm on Thursday, 21 January 2021.

The Tasman region is a large and ecologically rich district, special in terms of its indigenous biodiversity. There are also many plants and animals in the region that are considered undesirable. Our Biosecurity team operate over a vast area and are constantly assessing the best methods of control and management of these pests. As part of the Environment and Planning group we are really passionate about promotion and education on how the responsibilities for managing our natural habitat can be shared.

Due to an impending retirement, we are seeking an experienced team leader who can build on existing capabilities, managing a staff of four (plus external contractors). Your responsibilities will be to ensure staff and contractors work to a programme that is consistent with the requirements of the Regional Pest Management Plan, and to work together with other statutory and non-statutory organisations to achieve co-ordinated and aligned biodiversity and biosecurity activity across the top of the South Island.

You will also lead the Biodiversity response of Council including managing our Native Habitats Tasman and the wetland mapping and inspection programme. There will also be involvement with national policy development such as the New Zealand Biodiversity Strategy and National Policy Statement Indigenous Biodiversity by contributing technical advice and assessing the relationship between those national instruments and the Tasman region biodiversity work programmes and initiatives.

You will have a strong technical understanding of pest and biodiversity management issues, and excellent people skills, while bringing to the role a robust working knowledge and ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation including the Resource Management Act 1991 and Biosecurity Act 1993.

Tasman District Council has excellent collegial support and active interest from landowners and community stakeholders to dealing with biosecurity and biodiversity issues in our environment. If your skills and knowledge match to this role, then apply now.

Applications Close: 18 Jan 2021

https://careers.tasman.govt.nz/Vacancies/

Enquiries:

Paul Sheldon

Team Leader – Biosecurity & Biodiversity

DDI

+64 3 543 8432

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+64 27 406 2967

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We are looking for a switched-on Team Leader to join our Biosecurity team.

Reporting to the Biosecurity & Biodiversity Operations Manager, you’ll lead by example to mentor and supervise our pest plants team.

You’ll be developing and implementing programmes to meet the objectives of the biosecurity strategy and the Regional Pest Management Plan, as well as being responsible for implementing the regional and national Wilding Conifer programmes.

In return, Environment Southland can offer you a dynamic and friendly working environment, access to a wide range of technology, training and support, and the chance to make a real difference to Southland’s natural environment.

Beaches, ski fields, 4 out of 10 of NZ Great Walks, national parks, lakes and fiords are all a short journey from Invercargill. Combined with reasonable house prices, short commutes and a relaxed pace of life, it all makes Southland a great place to live and work.

If you have a relevant tertiary or technical qualification, with 5+ years’ experience in pest plant management and proven leadership skills, this could be your next role!

An initial offer of remuneration will be made within the range $88,740-$99,180.

Applications Close: 29 Jan 2021

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We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to lead a new group within our Biosecurity & Biodiversity Operations team.

You will need to have at least 5 years’ experience in project management (including the preparation, monitoring and reporting of budgets), along with proven experience in people leadership. Working knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g. the Resource Management and Biosecurity Acts) would be preferred.

The ability to engage with a wide range of people, including iwi and other key stakeholders, will be key to making this role a success.

You will provide leadership and direction to biodiversity programmes, as well as contributing to the development of our Regional Biodiversity Strategy.

In return, Environment Southland can offer you a dynamic and friendly working environment, access to a wide range of technology, training and support, and the chance to make a real difference to Southland’s natural environment.

Beaches, ski fields, 4 out of 10 of NZ Great Walks, national parks, lakes and fiords are all a short journey from Invercargill. Combined with reasonable house prices, short commutes and a relaxed pace of life, it all makes Southland a great place to live and work.

An initial offer of remuneration will be made within the range $88,740-$99,180.

Applications Close: 29 Jan 2021

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Our vision is for a thriving Southland - environmentally, socially, economically, and culturally.

We’re working closely with our communities to improve Southland’s environment. We have a clear focus on building partnerships to achieve good outcomes for now and for future generations to come.

As Biodiversity Administrator, you will be providing administrative support to our new Biodiversity team, which is part of our Biosecurity & Biodiversity Operations division.

A minimum of two to three years’ experience working in a similar role is required. GIS (geographic information system mapping) skills would be an advantage, but not essential.

You need to have:

• an ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people (internal and external customers)
• excellent written and verbal communication skills
• the ability to work as part of a team, but without close supervision
• an accurate and consistent quality of work and attention to detail

An initial offer of remuneration will be made within the range $49,385-$55,195.

Note: This is a fixed-term role - ending 30 June 2025.

Applications Close: 24 Jan 2021

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Do you have a keen interest in protecting Southland’s biodiversity and great communication skills?

Our new biodiversity team will play a key role in delivering Environment Southland’s vision for a thriving Southland. This role offers an opportunity to assist with the delivery of the Council’s Biodiversity Action on the Ground programme, which aims to protect Southland’s biodiversity.

You will promote and assist with biodiversity management opportunities at high-value sites on private land, to protect and enhance biodiversity values; actively promoting biodiversity management and developing community awareness of, and responsibility for, biodiversity.

The successful applicant will have:

• a tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline, such as conservation, environmental management, biosecurity, or a related area
• the ability to communicate effectively with both individual land-owners and community-based groups
• a demonstrated practical knowledge of native flora and fauna and ecological restoration in terrestrial ecosystems

In return, Environment Southland can offer you a dynamic and friendly working environment, access to a wide range of technology, training and support, and the chance to make a real difference to Southland’s natural environment.

Beaches, ski fields, 4 out of 10 of NZ Great Walks, national parks, lakes and fiords are all a short journey from Invercargill. Combined with reasonable house prices, short commutes and a relaxed pace of life, it all makes Southland a great place to live and work.

An initial offer of remuneration will be made within the range $63,665-$71,155.

Note: This is a fixed-term role - ending 30 June 2025.

Applications Close: 24 Jan 2021

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