Job Description

About the role

Hands‑on conservation role on Rakiura Stewart Island. Carry out research on the Critically Endangered Pukunui/Southern New Zealand Dotterel during the upcoming breeding season. Full‑time, short‑term role from 21September2026 to 15January2027.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct extensive field surveys
  • Monitor birds and nests
  • Set up nest cameras
  • Collect, manage and enter data
  • Summarise data and report
  • Organise and lead field trips

Skills and experience

  • Strong back‑country experience with off‑track navigation skills
  • Experience working independently in remote, exposed locations
  • GIS mapping skills
  • Report writing and analysis
  • Experience in leading projects/teams
  • Bird monitoring experience
  • Data collection and collation skills
  • Good physical fitness and able to carry a heavy pack
  • Easy‑going with good interperson...

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