NZ Job Market.

I'm still getting these job ads and alerts from my job-hunting days. It's not uncommon to see job ads for the below position.

Farm Park Ranger, Hunua East - Southern Sector Parks

Regional Parks are seeking a Farm Park Ranger for a sheep and beef operation in the southeast of Auckland. This could be the role that you have been waiting for, a role with a difference with an interesting mix of park ranging, conservation and farming. Including park maintenance, animal and plant pest control, managing natural and historical resources, contact with the visiting public, local iwi, community, neighbours and volunteers.

Sustainable land management practices are being promoted on all eastern parks with up to 700 Coopworth breeding ewes, 220 ewe hogget's, 25 Hereford breeding cows and 150 yearling cattle wintered on 155 effective hectares.

The key requirements for this position are; proven livestock management, excellent communication skills and practical park or land management skills. An understanding of conservation and recreational use of natural and cultural resources.

Now you have a better idea of why it's so difficult for someone with my work experience to find a decent job in NZ!