Park Ranger: Wildlife & Visitor Experience

Staglands Wildlife Reserve; Upper Hutt; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Staglands Wildlife Reserve in New Zealand is seeking a full-time Park Ranger to join a motivated team responsible for keeping birds and animals healthy and the Reserve looking its best for visitors.

The role requires weekend work, school and public holidays, and reliable transport. You should have experience with animals, be fit for outdoors in all weather, and be able to work with the public while maintaining safety and procedures. NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa is required.

Qualifications

• Experience with animals or animal husbandry.
• Ability to communicate with a wide range of people.
• Good time management and reliability.
• Stable work history (minimum 2 years with one employer).
• Ability to follow health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist with animal and bird husbandry and welfare tasks.
• Groom enclosures and keep areas tidy for visitors.
• Operate park equipment (tractor, lawn mower, leaf blower).
• Host Junior Ranger experiences and visitor talks.
• Drive our tractor/UTE and ensure guest satisfaction with their visit.

Skills

Animal husbandry

Communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

Health & safety

Tools

Tractor operation

Lawn mower

Leaf blower

Manual driver’s license

Job description

Staglands Wildlife Reserve in New Zealand is seeking a full-time Park Ranger to join a motivated team responsible for keeping birds and animals healthy and the Reserve looking its best for visitors.

The role requires weekend work, school and public holidays, and reliable transport. You should have experience with animals, be fit for outdoors in all weather, and be able to work with the public while maintaining safety and procedures. NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa is required.