Ranger Biodiversity Heritage and Visitors

New Zealand Government; Tūrangi; On-site; NZD 66,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

DOC in Turangi is hiring a Ranger Biodiversity, Heritage and Visitors to support conservation across threatened species, pest management and heritage sites. The role blends field work with office-based data management, reports and stakeholder engagement.

Based in Turangi, the successful candidate will travel in the wider Taupo District, stay overnight when required, and contribute to health and safety leadership while building partnerships with iwi and community groups.

Qualifications

• Must hold a full New Zealand driver’s licence and be physically fit.
• Experience and competence in outdoor environments and field work.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work with iwi, community partners, landowners and volunteers.
• Data collection, analysis and record-keeping skills.
• Experience with data management and reporting using MS Office.
• Health and safety focus with leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Protecting and nurturing threatened species and biodiversity.
• Managing pests and controlling weeds to support conservation goals.
• Maintaining heritage sites and recreational assets for future generations.

Skills

Outdoor work experience

Driver's license

MS Office

Data management

Communication skills

Health and safety leadership

Iwi and community engagement

GIS/GPS familiarity

Willingness to stay overnight

Education

Tertiary qualification in a relevant field

Tools

MS Office suite

GIS

GPS

Job description

Diverse role across biodiversity, heritage, and visitor management.Make a real difference protecting native species and ecosystems.Work in some of the most iconic landscapes in the Central Plateau.$65,590-$76,589 depending on skills and experience.Permanent full-time position based in Turangi.Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao TuroaMo te turanga | About the roleAs a Ranger Biodiversity, Heritage and Visitors, you'll be at the heart of our conservation efforts in the wider Taupo District. Based in Turangi, you'll take on diverse projects that span heritage, visitors, and biodiversity functions.Your focus will include:Threatened Species Management - Protecting and nurturing our unique flora and fauna.Threat Management - Tackling animal pests, controlling weedsHeritage and Recreational Asset Maintenance - Ensuring our treasured sites and facilities are preserved for future generations.Ranger, Biodiversity, Heritage and VisitorsNga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experienceBlending office and outdoor work with plenty of field opportunities. If you're passionate about the outdoors and thrive on variety, we want to hear from you! Ideal candidates will have:A full New Zealand Drivers LicenceBe physically fitExperience and competence in the outdoorsTechnology savvy; proficiency in MS Office suite, data management and reportingA can-do attitude and desire to learnExcellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to tailor your approach to different audiencesA strong health and safety focus and experience leading the health and safety of othersExperience with working with iwi, community partners, landowners, and volunteersData collection, data analysis and record-keeping skills.Desirable:Experience with technology such as GIS and GPSExperience in practical conservation field delivery work (e.g. threatened species, pest plants and animalsExperience in building/construction, fencing, engineering or protecting heritage sitesBackcountry experience and navigationWillingness to stay overnight, work in remote locationsA tertiary qualification in a relevant field, or equivalent experience.Even if you don't tick all the boxes but believe your skills and experience closely align, then we still encourage you to submit an application.He aha nga painga mou? | What's in it for you?DOC is committed to a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow. We're driven by our values and behaviours, and are working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive by default.Want to know more?Tonoa inaianei | Apply nowApply online with your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and motivation. We're unable to accept emailed applications or provide feedback to applicants not shortlisted.If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, let us know and we'll try to accommodate.Salary: $65,590-$76,589 depending on skills and experience.Eligibility: You must hold a valid NZ work visa that covers the duration of employment.Ra whakakapi | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Wednesday 4 November 2026Me he patai ano, whakapa mai | For further enquiries, please contact Ian McNickle, Principal Ranger Biodiversity, Heritage and Visitor, [e-mail].