Principal Ranger - Local Body

OverviewCombine your passion for people leadership, operations delivery, and conservation.

Live, work and make your mark in one of New Zealand's most spectacular pieces of natural wildernessPermanent role, based in Aoraki / Mount Cook, Salary range $92,912 - $117,570About the roleThe Department of Conservation have recently made some big changes to help our people and operations work better together—so we can achieve the conservation outcomes we're aiming for.As part of this, we've introduced a new role : Principal Ranger.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, this position is all about leading district-based operations teams and supporting them to deliver priority work programmes effectively.The position will be focussed on : Recruiting and onboarding staff and building a positive and collaborative team environmentPlanning, scheduling and assigning work, ensuring tasks are delivered within timelines and budgetBeing part of the District Leadership Team and contributing to decisions around resources and prioritiesUnderstanding and respecting the importance of the work for Maori / iwi, fostering positive working relationships to reach mutually beneficial outcomesManaging all critical infrastructure services at Aoraki / Mount Cook, including drinking water, wastewater, roading, and waste management, all required to meet public health and concessionaire standardsManaging budgets and financials; tracking outputs, outcomes, and risksCollaborate across internal teams and with our community partnersLead by example by building strong relationships and consistently acting with integrity in everything you doThis role is based on site at Aoraki / Mount Cook.

Accommodation could be available if required.Skills and experienceIf you have some of following, we are keen to hear from you : an experienced people leader who is skilled at empowering, motivating, and creating a positive team culturestrong financial and resource management skillscomfortable in operational field deliveryA strong and proactive communicator and collaborator, you build strong internal and external relationships with easestrong local body infrastructure background – water, roading, waste managementproject and contract management experienceability to work alongside whanau, hapu, iwi collaboratively and effectively, as well as the community, businesses, and others.Our valuesAt The Department of Conservation, everyone's journey is unique.

Every purpose, personal.

That's why we believe your career should be more than a role... it should be a path that reflects who you are, what you value, and the difference you want to make.Here, you'll find more than a workplace.

You'll find a team united and guided by values that matter : Integrity, because trust and honesty are non-negotiableEmpowerment, because when we lift each other, we all rise higherConnection, because collaboration sparks progressAchievement, because results mean more when they create real impactThis is a place where nature thrives because people do.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.Apply nowApply 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 throughout the recruitment process, please do let us know.The salary range for this position is $92,912 - $117,570 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.Application close at 11 : 59 pm on Tuesday 7th October.For further enquiries, contact Leeza Young, Senior Recruitment Advisor,

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