Overview

Hands‑on conservation role on Rakiura Stewart Island. Full‑time, short‑term position from 21 September 2026 to 15 January 2027.

About the role

Research Technician to conduct research on the Critically Endangered Pukunui/Southern New Zealand Dotterel during the breeding season.

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.

Qualifications 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 leading projects or teams.
• Bird monitoring experience.
• Data collection and collation skills.
• Good physical fitness and ab...