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Delta is your smart thinking infrastructure specialist. We construct, manage and maintain essential energy and environmental infrastructure. Every day we make a difference in the lives of New Zealanders. We make communities better for people to live, work and play in - keeping the lights on, the trees trimmed and the parks green.

We’re looking for a passionate and practical individual to join our dedicated team of Kaitiaki as a Horticultural Ranger. Based in Dunedin, you’ll work across a variety of stunning natural environments including forests, wetlands, sand dunes, and grasslands, contributing to meaningful restoration and revegetation projects.

About the Role: As part of a small, hands-on team, your work will include:

• Riparian planting and native forest management
• Noxious weed control
• Track construction and maintenance
• Community tree planting initiatives
• Opportunities to support planning and ecological monitoring

About You: You’ll bring a strong work ethic, a love for the outdoors, and a practical mindset. Ideally, you’ll have:

• A current and clean driver’s licence (Class 2 is a bonus)
• Experience in one or more of the following: landscaping, horticulture, forestry, carpentry, ecology, or conservation
• Solid practical and mechanical skills, with a knack for problem-solving
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Physical fitness and a willingness to work outdoors in all conditions
• Competence with tools and equipment such as line trimmers, chainsaws, ATVs, and 4x4 vehicles

Desirable qualifications include Growsafe certification and Wheels, Tracks & Rollers, but we welcome applicants with relevant experience and the right attitude.

What We Offer

• All permanent and fixed-term employees automatically qualify for Cigna Life Insurance cover.
• Discounts tied to popular retailers and service providers through our 'Boost' programme.
• Extra company contribution to KiwiSaver after your first year.
• Personal use fuel card giving access to company fuel discounts.
• Employee Referral Scheme.
• Access to a Footprint Wills package.
• Paid professional membership fees.
• Access to discounted medical insurance with Southern Cross.
• Commitment to safety.
• Wellness benefits.
• Team activities and social clubs.
• Professional development, training, and courses.
• Corporate Social Responsibility programmes and initiatives.
• Joining a progressive and reputable South Island organisation.

If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you.

Apply now! 


Delta is an equal opportunities employer, providing competitive remuneration and structured support for your career development. To apply, and to find more information on Delta please visit www.thinkdelta.co.nz 
  
Some things you need to know:

• We will only consider applications from people currently residing in NZ and who hold a valid work visa
• While we make every effort to respond to all applications, sometimes the volume we receive is so large it is not possible. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly for this position

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