Ranger Heritage And Visitors – Department Of Conservation – Whakatane

Overview

Do you enjoy being out and about in Te Taiao with the ability to do physical mahi?

Make a real difference in the conservation outcomes in the Eastern North Island region!

The salary ranges from $65,070 to $75,981 depending on skills and experience.

Permanent, full-time role based in Whakatane.

Our vision

Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Turoa

The Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature across Aotearoa.

When nature thrives, we all thrive.

Ko ta Te Papa Atawhai he tiaki, he whakarauora ano hoki i te taiao puta noa i Aotearoa.

He oranga taiao, he oranga tangata.

Mo te turanga | About the role

An exciting opportunity has become available in our Heritage and Visitors team.

We are looking for a dedicated and collaborative individual to join our team who feels inspired, day in day out and connected to our united purpose : Papatuanuku Thrives.

You will join the Heritage and Visitors team who takes great pride in managing and maintaining an extensive recreational asset base across the rohe.

The focus is visitor safety providing quality experiences for all amongst Te Taiao.

The position will be focussed on :

Planning, organising and completing scheduled work plans

Maintaining our recreational assets which requires a high level of fitness and a know-how-can-do attitude

Working well in a close-knit team but also be able to work alone in the field at times

Being an innovative problem solver and solution finder

Advocating, leading and promoting health, safety and wellbeing in everything you do.

Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experience

If you have some of following, we are keen to hear from you :

Proven experience in recreational asset maintenance / management (trade or relevant qualification desirable).

Proven experience in carpentry, building and facilities maintenance

An eye for detail to ensure all our assets are constructed are maintained to a high standard

Experience in the use of power equipment, specifically chainsaws Hands on practical field experience.

Ability to work in back country environments and have a high level of fitness, and ability to navigate off track.

Ability to build and maintain good working relationships.

Ability to monitor the delivery of the assigned work plan and reporting progress of relevant issues.

Committed and motivated to work without constant supervision.

The ability to work in true partnership with others across DOC and external stakeholders including local whanau, hapu and iwi.

Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Tikanga Maori and Te Ao Maori is an advantage.

Full New Zealand driver's licence.

Mo te tima | About the team

The Whakatane team is a passionate team of permanent staff, with support from contractors and casual and fixed term staff.

The team are experts in their fields of Biodiversity, Community and Heritage and Visitors but work closely together and there is often the opportunity to support each other depending on the priorities of the district.

He aha nga painga mou?

| What's in it for you?

DOC places importance on developing a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow.

We're working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable and inclusive by default.

You can learn more about what we offer here.

Tonoa inaianei | Apply now

Apply online with a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant skills, experience and motivation for joining Te Papa Atawhai.

Please note, due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to accept direct or emailed applications and provide feedback to those not shortlisted.

If you require any accommodations or adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

The salary range for this position is $65,070 to $75,981 with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience.

Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory – this includes holding a valid work visa that covers the whole period of employment.

Due to high volumes, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role.

Ra whakakapi | Applications close

Applications close at 11 : 59 pm on Monday 29th September 2025.

Depending on the volume of applications received, we may close this advertisement early, so please submit your application as soon as possible

Me he patai ano, whakapa mai | For further enquiries

Please contact Hayley Barlow, Recruitment Advisor at

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