- Address pest animal and plant densities that threaten native species in ecologically significant local parks
- Improve efficiency of ecological restoration through collaboration with the contractors
- Facilitate a coordinated approach across Council to achieve ecosystem and species outcomes
- Put your contract/finance management skills to good use
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
Parks & Community Facilities (PCF) is dedicated to making great places Aucklander’s love by supporting several related services such as asset maintenance, management and renewals of Parks, Open Spaces, Buildings, Facilities, Conservation Areas and Urban Ngahere (forest). As kaitiaki (guardian) of Auckland Council facilities, we play a vital role in promoting the wellbeing of our communities and environment while also delivering strategically significant programmes.
As an Ecological Specialist, you’ll work as part of a team to coordinate and facilitate the management and restoration of indigenous biodiversity, including threatened species. You’ll provide technical expertise and input into operational programmes in relation to ecological assets on local park land.
Key responsibilities include oversight of the Ecological Restoration works and collaboration with the contractors to achieve the desired outcomes and to drive efficiency and productivity.
Your ability to work collaboratively with other ecologically focused departments to contribute to the implementation of best practice methodologies will be critical to your success.
He kōrero mōu: About you
A subject matter expert in ecological restoration and pest plant and animal control, you are passionate about maintaining the integrity of local ecosystems. With experience in the delivery of ecological restoration, you will be adept at guiding the contractors to deliver the best ecological outcomes, and demonstrate the ability to build and maintain relationships.
Along with great problem solving and decision-making skills, you will have contract management experience, including ability to audit ecological works and oversee the budget spend.
You have a relevant qualification in Ecology, and experience with delivery of ecological restoration works.
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer
We offer a career enhancing opportunity, competitive remuneration and to be part of Auckland’s meaningful history. You will play an important role, not only in PCF but across Auckland Council. Working 40 hours per week Monday to Friday, you will have some flexibility with how those hours are set.
If you are high performing, passionate about Auckland and the ecology around you and would like the chance to lead in making tangible and visible improvements to our environment, then join us.
Apply today (telling us why you are interested in and right for this opportunity) by cover letter along with your CV.
Please use the following link to view a copy of the position description – bit.ly/44wgzJd
Applications close Sunday, 28th May 2023
You will be required to have a valid NZ driver's licence due to the nature of the position where you will be required to regularly travel to various Community Facility sites across the Auckland region.
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.
Auckland Council strongly encourages our employees to be fully vaccinated.
