Te Nehenehenui (TNN) is the Post Settlement Governance Entity for Maniapoto. The vision of TNN is to be an effective, responsive organisation utilising its resources responsibly to meet the needs and aspirations of our people and to provide for future generations.
As part of our cultural redress management, we are looking for two Rangers to assist us in caring for our taiao. These are crucial operational roles forming part of a small, close-knit team.
These positions will be focused on:
- Undertaking repairs, maintenance, monitoring, and conservation mahi
- Carrying out planned work to high standard and on time
- Contributing to the successful delivery of projects
- Working alongside other TNN staff, contractors and volunteers, and partnering with our treaty partners
We are looking for two enthusiastic, practical and talented team players who have a passion for conservation.
If you have all or most of the following, we are keen to hear from you:
- Experience and/or qualifications operating small machinery (i.e., weed eaters, lawnmowers, chainsaws).
- Carpentry/building experience, specifically fencing.
- Firearms licence or starting the process.
- Hands-on practical skills with attention to detail.
- Trapping and/or flora and fauna conservation qualifications and experience
- Flexibility and adaptability to cope with changing priorities at short notice.
- Self-motivated and reliable person, who can operate well in a team environment.
- Full New Zealand driver licence, comfortable driving a manual vehicle on narrow, gravel roads.
Desirable skills, experience and qualifications:
- First Aid Certification
- Strong understanding of te reo and tikanga māori
- Tech savvy, with the ability to use hand-held GPS devices and mobile apps.
- Tramping or backcountry experience/skills.
- Four-wheel Drive Unit Standards
- Light Utility Vehicle (LUV) Unit Standards
Even if you don’t tick all the boxes but believe your skills and experience closely align, then we still encourage you to apply.
For further information including the job description, please contact Tama Blackburn – tama.blackburn@tnn.co.nz.
Please apply through seek here: Ranger Job in Waikato at Te Nehenehenui Trust – SEEK
Applications close 14 May 2025 at 5pm
