Ranger (Fixed-Term)

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

This role is part of the Heritage & Visitor team and focuses on delivering high-quality experiences for all visitors. You'll help keep campgrounds and facilities clean, safe, and welcoming, provide friendly and accurate visitor information, and support day-to-day operations. The position follows a rotating 5-days-on, 2-days-off roster including weekend work.

The position will be focused on :

• Maintaining clean, safe, and well-presented campgrounds, shelters, toilets, and other visitor facilities
• Providing friendly, knowledgeable support to visitors, including safety advice, local information, weather updates, and conservation messaging
• Carrying out campsite compliance checks, assisting with bookings, and managing cash handling and EFTPOS transactions
• Communicating regularly with hut wardens and field staff to support the smooth management of tracks, huts, and recreational facilities
• Identifying and reporting maintenance needs, track issues, and health & safety risks to ensure visitor and staff safety
• Following all Heritage & Visitor procedures, systems, and operational standards

Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experience

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

• High level of fitness and backcountry experience
• A commitment to practicing good Health and Safety processes
• Field skills : scrub-barring, track work, trapping, monitoring, pest / weed control
• Basic solar, septic, and water system maintenance
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills
• Tech-savvy and quick to learn new systems
• Able to work independently, in teams, and in isolated environments
• Embrace Tikanga Maori cultural perspectives and values
• Full NZ Driver Licence and ability to drive manual

Desirable

• Experience / qualifications : chainsaws, scrub bars, LUVs
• Current First Aid certificate
• Competent with power tools and equipment
• Self-motivated with minimal supervision

Even if you don't tick all the boxes but believe your skills and experience closely align, then we still encourage you to apply.

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.

We support flexible work arrangements for our kamahi who are working in a wide variety of roles and locations across Aotearoa. Flexible options will be considered based on your role and in discussion with your leader.

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 $ 60 , 703 to $ 66,911 with the starting salary of the successful applicant 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 at 11 : 59 pm on Tuesday 9 December

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 Dave Dittmer, Principal Ranger Visitor Experience,