Incredible job pays more than $50,000 and nobody wants it

It’s not the gig for individuals who like to make money working from home, however in case you’re a fan of getting out in nature – and visiting a few of the most picturesque components of the world – this is perhaps for you.

The Division of Conservation in New Zealand is searching for a ‘biodiversity supervisor’ in Haast, which sits on the western fringe of Mount Aspiring Nationwide Park on the South Island.

In response to native media, regardless of the job providing the profitable applicant days of patrolling essentially the most spectacular components of New Zealand, a little bit of jet boating and even a couple of journeys in a helicopter – solely 3 folks have utilized.

“It's working in one of the vital wonderful pure environments that the nation has received to supply,” Wayne Costello, Operations Supervisor for DOC in South Westland, advised Stuff.

River flowing between trees and dense vegetation in Mount Aspiring national park.
Solely three folks have utilized for the place.
De Agostini by way of Getty Pictures

“It’s simply spectacular. However it's not for everybody. You’d should be self-reliant and have the ability to work within the outside. In the event you’re fascinated with opera and theatre, it’s in all probability not for you.”

Because of the lack of candidates, Mr. Costello has solid a wider web – together with luring Aussies to use.

Early evening water skiing on Lake Wanaka.
The place’s wage is between $41,000-$53,000.
Corbis by way of Getty Pictures

“The locals are splendidly pleasant,” Mr. Costello mentioned.

“There are a few of New Zealand’s unique households, who pioneered farming and fishing down in that a part of the world. They’re actually pretty.”

However the area isn’t for everybody – particularly those that love a little bit of metropolis life, with solely about 200 residents dwelling on the town and the closest grocery store sitting a few two-hour drive away.

Nonetheless, the place it lacks in retailers and providers the area booms in pure wonders, with lush rainforests, glaciers and towering mountains dotted all through the park.

Early evening sailing on Lake Wanaka.
Haast has a inhabitants of simply 200 residents.
Corbis by way of Getty Pictures

Mr. Costello mentioned the principle objective of the position is “saving the kiwi and bringing the Haast tokoeka again from the brink.”

“Then additionally wildlife response with tawaki, usually when there’s been an harm or one thing like that. And we're doing a little excellent work with lizards, cascade geckos, and skinks, that are simply beautiful.”

Getting round in a helicopter and even a jet boat, the each day commute is about as thrilling as they arrive. And the wage? Nicely, not a nasty gig for between $41,000 and $53,000.

“We’re searching for good group gamers, individuals who like working with different folks and be a part of an even bigger group,” he defined.

“However you additionally should be moderately unbiased and have plenty of initiative.”

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