Outdoor Campground Ranger - Conservation & Visitor Experience (5 mo)

Department of Conservation - Te Papa Atawhai; Masterton District; On-site; NZD 62,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Conservation in Masterton is seeking a Ranger to maintain campground facilities, monitor assets, and assist visitors with information and safety. The role combines conservation work with practical maintenance across Wairarapa's popular destinations.

Applicants should have experience in similar roles, strong customer service, and the ability to work weekends and public holidays. A NZ Driver Licence and First Aid are required; safety and outdoor fitness are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role maintaining campground, visitor, or recreational facilities.
• Strong customer service and communication skills to engage with a wide range of visitors.
• Ability to work independently and solve problems; team collaboration also required.
• Practical maintenance or groundskeeping experience is an advantage.
• Full New Zealand Driver Licence; willingness to obtain any required certifications.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain campground facilities and visitor areas.
• Engage with the public and ensure fee payment compliance.
• Maintain water supply infrastructure and support asset upkeep.
• Undertake track and grounds maintenance.
• Operate tools and machinery such as scrub cutters and herbicide equipment.
• Assist with visitor safety and respond to emergencies as required.
• Support conservation outcomes through practical field-based work.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Driver Licence (NZ)

First Aid certification

Outdoor work readiness

Safety awareness

Independent working

Tools

Scrub cutters

Herbicide equipment

Job description

The Department of Conservation in Masterton is seeking a Ranger to maintain campground facilities, monitor assets, and assist visitors with information and safety. The role combines conservation work with practical maintenance across Wairarapa's popular destinations.

Applicants should have experience in similar roles, strong customer service, and the ability to work weekends and public holidays. A NZ Driver Licence and First Aid are required; safety and outdoor fitness are essential.