Conservation Field Ranger: Protect & Maintain NZ's Trails

Department of Conservation (DOC); Whangarei; On-site; NZD 62,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Conservation (DOC) in Whangārei is offering a full-time fixed-term Ranger role within the operations team. You will support conservation work across the Whangārei District, maintaining facilities, tracks, and visitor assets while working with partners, volunteers, and contractors to deliver practical outcomes in diverse environments.

The position emphasizes hands-on field work, safety, and collaboration with whānau, hapū, iwi, and stakeholders, with opportunities for skill

Qualifications

• Must enjoy practical outdoor work and thrive in a team environment.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience with outdoor maintenance and construction tasks.
• Ability to work in challenging field environments and follow safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Ensure facilities, tracks, and signage are safe and accessible.
• Track maintenance and upkeep of visitor assets.
• Contribute to conservation work programmes and pest control.
• Collaborate with partners, volunteers and stakeholders.
• Monitor, report, and plan project work; maintain equipment.

Skills

Practical carpentry

Chainsaws

Brush cutters

Field maintenance

Health and safety

Teamwork

Education

Conservation, environmental management or ecology qualification

Growsafe certification

First Aid certificate

Tools

GPS/ArcGIS Field Maps

Scrub bar usage

Chainsaw operation

Job description

Department of Conservation (DOC) in Whangārei is offering a full-time fixed-term Ranger role within the operations team. You will support conservation work across the Whangārei District, maintaining facilities, tracks, and visitor assets while working with partners, volunteers, and contractors to deliver practical outcomes in diverse environments.

The position emphasizes hands-on field work, safety, and collaboration with whānau, hapū, iwi, and stakeholders, with opportunities for skill