Campground Ranger: Create Iconic Outdoor Experiences

New Zealand Government; Masterton District; On-site; NZD 62,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Conservation (DOC) in Masterton is seeking a Ranger to maintain campground facilities and support visitor safety, while engaging with campers and day visitors. The role covers asset upkeep, track maintenance, and environmental conservation in the Wairarapa region.

The successful applicant will work weekends and public holidays, with a focus on safety, quality visitor experiences, and practical field-based tasks in outdoor settings.

Qualifications

• Practical, self-motivated, and passionate about providing great visitor experiences outdoors.
• Experience in a similar role, including cleaning and maintaining campground, visitor, or recreational facilities.
• Strong customer service and communication skills with the ability to engage positively with a wide range of visitors.
• Ability to work independently, use initiative, and solve problems effectively.
• Practical maintenance or groundskeeping experience is an advantage.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and undertake lone work efficiently.
• A positive attitude and willingness to help others.
• Good level of physical fitness and ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Experience monitoring water supplies and septic systems (desirable).
• Current First Aid Certificate and NZ Driver Licence.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning and maintaining campground facilities, including amenity blocks and visitor areas.
• Engaging with the public and ensuring compliance of fee payment
• Maintaining water supply infrastructure and supporting asset upkeep
• Undertaking track and grounds maintenance
• Operating tools and machinery such as scrub cutters and herbicide equipment
• Assisting with visitor safety and responding to emergencies as required
• Supporting conservation outcomes through practical field-based work

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Independent work

Teamwork

Health and safety

First Aid

Physical fitness

Driver Licence

Four-wheel drive qualifications

Tools

Growsafe

Chainsaw

Job description

Department of Conservation (DOC) in Masterton is seeking a Ranger to maintain campground facilities and support visitor safety, while engaging with campers and day visitors. The role covers asset upkeep, track maintenance, and environmental conservation in the Wairarapa region.

The successful applicant will work weekends and public holidays, with a focus on safety, quality visitor experiences, and practical field-based tasks in outdoor settings.