Rangitahi employment
Strong communities need future conservation leaders.
Investing in the next generation
Te Ara Hīkoi aims to develop future environmental leaders by providing meaningful employment, training and mentoring opportunities that equip rangatahi with practical conservation skills while making a lasting difference in their communities.
Our rangitahi contribute to real projects that benefit both people and nature.
Our programmes provide opportunities in:
Predator control and biodiversity monitoring.
Habitat restoration and native planting.
Pest plant management.
Practical field skills and industry certifications.
Mentoring, professional development and career pathways.
By investing in rangatahi today, we're building the knowledge, skills and leadership needed to care for our environment tomorrow.
Submit a job application
Interested in working for Te Ara Hīkoi?
Please submit an application below, and upload your CV and a cover letter explaining why you would like to work for us.
Te Ara Hīkoi supports communities across southern Auckland and northern Waikato to protect and restore our native environment. No matter where you are on your conservation journey, we're here to help connect you with the right people, resources, and opportunities.
"Whaowhia te kete mātauranga"
"Fill the basket of knowledge"
Te Ara Hīkoi empowers communities across Franklin to protect and restore nature through predator control, habitat restoration, pest plant management, and conservation education.
