Ranger (Campground) (Fixed-Term)

Marketplace; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 62,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Conservation in Masterton is seeking a Ranger (Campground) for a fixed-term role of five months. You will maintain campground facilities, monitor assets, support visitor safety, and assist campers and day visitors across the Wairarapa region.

The role requires cleaning and maintenance of facilities, engagement with the public on fee payments, and flexible weekend/public holiday scheduling. Applicants should be prepared for outdoor work and have a NZ driver's licence.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role cleaning and maintaining campground facilities.
• Strong customer service and communication skills with the ability to engage positively with visitors.
• Ability to work independently, use initiative, and solve problems effectively.
• Team mindset with a willingness to help others and work outdoors in all weather.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain campground facilities, including amenity blocks 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.
• Assist with visitor safety and respond to emergencies as required.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Initiative

Teamwork

Tools

Mobile devices

Job description

# Ranger (Campground) (Fixed-Term) at Department of Conservation, Wellington## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role* Work in the stunning coastal and forest environments across the Wairarapa.* Enjoy a varied role combining visitor services, conservation, and asset maintenance.* Help create memorable outdoor experiences for campers and day visitors.* Salary: $62,192 -$67,446, depending on skills and experience.* 5 month full-time fixed-term position based in Masterton**Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Tūroa** **Mō te tūranga | About the role** Based in Masterton, this role is responsible for helping maintain many of the Wairarapa's most popular destinations. Our campgrounds attract visitors year-round who come to enjoy camping, walking, fishing, swimming, and the area's unique natural and cultural heritage.The successful applicant will be required to work on the weekends and public holidays. As a Ranger, you'll play a key role in delivering a high-quality visitor experience by maintaining campground facilities, monitoring assets and infrastructure, supporting visitor safety, and providing information and assistance to campers and day visitors. Working as part of a small team, you'll help ensure the campground and surrounding recreation areas remain safe, welcoming, and well presented for all who visit. The position will be focussed on:* 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'**Click here for the Role Description** **Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience** We're looking for someone who is practical, self-motivated, and passionate about providing great visitor experiences in the outdoors* If you have some of following, we are keen to hear from you:* 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).'* A strong commitment to health and safety.'* Basic computer skills and confidence using mobile devices'* Full New Zealand Driver Licence'Desirable:'* Four-wheel drive qualifications.'* Growsafe, chainsaw, or other relevant operational certifications.'* Flexibility to work weekends, public holidays, and rostered shifts'* Current First Aid Certificate.'**He aha ngā pāinga mōu? | 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 inaiānei | Apply now** Apply 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:** $62,192 -$67,446, depending on skills and experience. **Eligibility:** You must hold a valid NZ work visa that covers the duration of employment. **Rā whakakapi | Applications close** at 11:59 pm on Monday 23 November 2026 **Me he pātai anō, whakapā mai | For further enquiries**, please contact Briggs Pilkington, Principal Ranger Heritage and Visitor, [e-mail]. Please note, we're unable to accept applications via email or provide feedback to applicants not shortlisted.