
Rat Operations Manager
The Tū Mai Taonga Project is proceeding under the leadership, guiding vision and tikanga of Ngāti Rehua Ngātiwai ki Aotea. It aims to prove landscape-scale operational methodologies and build community support that will open pathways to a predator free Aotea.
It is currently working in Te Paparahi and the Broken Islands to remove feral cats and rats before moving throughout the rest of Aotea.
Tū Mai Taonga is seeking a Rat Operations Manager to lead the project’s Pathway to Eradication programme and implement an adaptive operational plan that initially gathers learnings on outer islands in order to eradicate rats from Aotea, Great Barrier Island.
The Rat Operations Manager will liaise with technical advisors to maintain a robust and innovative operational plan and will manage teams to carry it out.
Essential:
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Minimum 3 years experience managing including priority setting and designing and successfully implementing time-bound work programmes
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At least 3-5 years of proven experience with animal pest management programmes in the New Zealand environment.
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Proven experience implementing field-based conservation operations with a strong emphasis on animal pest management.
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Previous experience in contractor and supplier management.
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Working knowledge of workplace health and safety requirements and a proven commitment to ensuring personnel safety.
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Strong outdoor experience and safety skills.
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Good knowledge of biodiversity and conservation management in a New Zealand context.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills including demonstrated ability to be a team player and become a trusted member of a small, highly motivated team
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An open mind, willingness to learn and the ability to objectively consider all opportunities and ways of working
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Ability and proven lead-by-example experience to lead, train, supervise, and motivate people.
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Ability to formulate and implement operational plans.
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Competent in managing text and spreadsheet documents.
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Able to be based full-time on Aotea for the duration of the project.
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A full driver’s license.
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NZ citizenship or long-term work visa.
Desirable:
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A relevant tertiary qualification or trade certificate in conservation or environmental management
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GIS experience
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Current First Aid Certificate
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Off-road 4WD/LUV driving qualifications/experience
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Domiciled on Aotea (Great Barrier Island)
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Experience working and living in the Hauraki Gulf or other similar remote environments
Level of Effort and Schedule
It is anticipated that the Rat Operations Manager will commence in early November with inputs up to 40 hours per week.
Applications for this role close Friday, 29 September at 5pm.
Please send applications to: jobs@tumaitaonga.nz
Science & Project Support Manager
The Tū Mai Taonga Project is proceeding under the leadership, guiding vision and tikanga of Ngāti Rehua Ngātiwai ki Aotea. It aims to prove landscape-scale operational methodologies and build community support that will open pathways to a predator free Aotea.
Tū Mai Taonga is seeking a Science & Project Support Manager to manage the project's GIS system, ensure the project is integrated with emerging scientific knowledge and that its learnings support the predator free 2050 vision and adds depth and managerial capacity to the Project’s operations team on Aotea, Great Barrier Island.
The Science and Project Support Manager will ensure mana whenua concerns about the collection and use of scientific data are addressed and a focus on defining a pathway to eradication is maintained across Project operations.
Key Performance Indicators:
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Tū Mai Taonga is positioned to take advantage of emerging research and technology investments.
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Appropriate policy and protocols for the recording and use of scientific knowledge are developed and agreed with mana whenua and collaborating agencies.
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Research questions are framed and addressed that serve the predator free Aotea and PF2050 missions.
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Knowledge available through the Project’s Technical Advisory Group and the GIS resources of the project are fully utilised.
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A monitoring framework is in place to show proof of eradication, biosecurity breaches and critical biodiversity outcomes of the Project.
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Social science questions are framed to support Project success.
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Cover for the operations managers is provided during any leave absences.
Areas of responsibility:
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Research and operations support for the feral cat and rat operations.
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Servicing of the Technical Advisory Group requirements.
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Point of contact for external scientific interest in the project.
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Management, optimisation and data analysis of the GIS system.
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Data management and impact reporting.
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Serves as the Project’s research and biodiversity champion, to inform storytelling for public and future funding audiences.
Experience required:
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A science, conservation or related degree.
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Five to ten years experience in predator control operations and research.
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Proficiency in data analysis and managing GIS systems.
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Knowledge and experience within the conservation research community.
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Awareness of and sensitivity to Te Ao Māori perspectives on the use of scientific data and knowledge.
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Well networked with research, funding and collaborating agencies.
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Field operations experience (with the ability to cover for the feral cat and rat operations managers).
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Lead the Project’s Pathway to Eradication programme and implement an adaptive operational plan that initially gathers learnings on outer islands in order to eradicate rats from Aotea.
Essential:
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills including demonstrated ability to be a team player and become a trusted member of a small, highly motivated team
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An open mind, willingness to learn and the ability to objectively consider all opportunities and ways of working
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Able to be based full-time on Aotea for the duration of the project.
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A full driver’s license.
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NZ citizenship or long-term work visa.
Desirable:
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Current First Aid Certificate
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Off-road 4WD/LUV driving qualifications/experience
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Experience working and living in the Hauraki Gulf or other similar remote environments
Level of Effort and Schedule:
It is anticipated that the Science & Project Support Manager will commence in early November with inputs up to 40 hours per week.
Applications for this role close Friday, 29 September at 5pm.
Please send applications to: jobs@tumaitaonga.nz
Kaiwhakapā (Communications Manager)
The Tū Mai Taonga Project is proceeding under the leadership, guiding vision and tikanga of Ngāti Rehua Ngātiwai ki Aotea. It aims to prove landscape-scale operational methodologies and build community support that will open pathways to a predator free Aotea.
Tū Mai Taonga is seeking expressions of interest for an experienced communications adviser who can help bring an authentic mana whenua voice to communications and engagement.
The Kaiwhakapā will build on the foundational communications strategy and approach of the incumbent Communications Manager and transition into the Communications Manager role in three to twelve months.
The ideal candidate for this role will have:
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Communications training and experience
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Knowledge of Te Āo Māori
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Genuine commitment to evidence-driven conservation mahi as part of the Predator Free 2050 vision
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Team orientation
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Genuine ability to position Tū Mai Taonga as a flagship national conservation project and drive new funding
Please lodge an expression of interest by emailing jobs@tumaitaonga.nz
Field Personnel Vacancies
The Tū Mai Taonga Project is proceeding under the leadership, guiding vision and tikanga of Ngāti Rehua Ngātiwai ki Aotea. It aims to prove landscape-scale operational methodologies and build community support that will open pathways to a predator free Aotea.
Tū Mai Taonga is a mana whenua-led conservation project located on the stunning Aotea/Great Barrier Island in the Hauraki Gulf. The island is fully off-grid and teaming with native bush and rare endemic species. The project seeks to remove feral cats and rats from Aotea so that taonga species can thrive once again.
As part of this long-term vision, the project is now seeking to fill a number of contracted junior and senior field roles. The field team service and maintain trap lines in remote areas, staying overnight in forest huts, with all expenses covered.
No experience is necessary for junior field roles as full training will be provided, including NZQA-accredited qualifications.
Hours
35-40 hours per week.
Essential Requirements:
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Love of working in the outdoors
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Sufficient fitness level for back-country hiking
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Team spirited
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Respect for Tikanga Māori - Māori values
Preferred Requirements:
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Current First Aid Certificate
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Firearms Licence
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Trapping and/or hunting experience
If you're interested in applying, email jobs@tumaitaonga.nz or
phone 021 0299 5651.
Communications Assistant
As the Communications Assistant, you will support the Communications Manager to bring a mana whenua voice to communications and engagement and tell the Tū Mai Taonga story authentically.
Essential Information
Tū Mai Taonga is looking for the ideal candidate for this role, which will be designed to maximise their expertise, availability, and working style. As such, there are no set hours or pay rate as this will depend on the candidate’s skills, experience, and availability.
Tū Mai Taonga is offering:
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Competitive remuneration
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Flexible hours - full or part-time
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Flexible location - office-based and work-from-home
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Contractor position - candidate will be self-employed