Ranger Campground (Fixed-Term) (Seasonal)

Department of Conservation NZ; Renwick; On-site; NZD 61,000 - 67,000; Part time

Job summary

Department of Conservation NZ is seeking two fixed-term Ranger Campground staff for Marfells Beach and Rarangi Campgrounds in Marlborough. You’ll help operate the sites, welcome visitors, manage bookings, maintain facilities, and ensure safety.

The roles suit self-motivated individuals who work well in small teams, with strong customer service and a willingness to learn booking and POS systems. Valid NZ driver’s licence and First Aid certificate are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in a campground, visitor, or recreational facility environment is desirable.
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to engage a diverse visitor base.
• Ability to work independently, use initiative, and solve problems.
• Comfortable working in remote or isolated environments and in a small team.
• Commitment to health and safety and willingness to learn booking/POS systems.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day campground operations, including opening, closing, and maintenance.
• Welcome visitors and assist with bookings online and in person.
• Clean and maintain amenities, including ablution blocks and facilities.
• Identify, monitor, and report maintenance issues, hazards, and damages.
• Help ensure campground rules are followed while delivering a positive visitor experience.
• Collaborate with the Principal Ranger and Heritage and Visitor team on campground operations.

Skills

Customer service

Problem solving

Independent work

Teamwork

Health and safety

Remote work

Tech-savvy

NZ Driver's Licence

First Aid Certificate

Education

First Aid Certificate

Tools

Booking systems

Point-of-sale systems

Job description

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Ranger Campground (Fixed-Term) (Seasonal)

Department of Conservation NZ – Renwick, South Island

• Work in a stunning coastal environment at Marfells Beach and Rarangi Campgrounds
• Play a key role in creating memorable experiences for visitors
• 2x fixed-term part-time opportunities December 2026 to April 2027

Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Tūroa

• Work in a stunning coastal environment at Marfells Beach and Rarangi Campgrounds
• Play a key role in creating memorable experiences for visitors
• Salary: $61,189 - $67,466
• 2x fixed-term part-time opportunities December 2026 to April 2027

Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Tūroa

He angitūtanga | About the role

One position based at Marfells Beach and one based at Rarangi Campgrounds within the South Marlborough District. These are of two stunning coastal campgrounds. You'll enjoy working outdoors, solving problems independently, and being part of a small team dedicated to creating safe and enjoyable visitor experiences.
Your work will include:

• Support the day-to-day operation of the campground, including opening, closing, and general site maintenance.
• Welcome visitors and provide friendly assistance with bookings, both online and in person.
• Clean and maintain campground amenities, including ablution blocks and shared visitor facilities.
• Identify, monitor, and report maintenance issues, hazards, and facility damage.
• Help ensure compliance with campground rules while delivering a positive and enjoyable visitor experience.
• Work closely with the Principal Ranger and wider Heritage and Visitor team to support campground operations and visitor services.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

If you have some of the following, we'd love to hear from you:

• Experience in a similar role, including cleaning and maintaining campground, visitor, or recreational facilities.
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to engage positively with a wide range of visitors.
• Ability to work independently, use initiative, and solve problems effectively.
• Comfortable working in remote or isolated environments.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a small team.
• Experience monitoring water supplies and septic systems (desirable).
• A strong commitment to health and safety.
• Confidence using technology, or a willingness to learn booking and point-of-sale systemsSelf-motivated with a positive attitude and a good sense of humour.
• Full New Zealand driver's licence.
• 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.

If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, let us know and we'll try to accommodate.

Salary: $61,189 to $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 Sunday 20 September 2026.
Me he pātai anō, whakapā mai | For further enquiries, contact Seasonal Jobs ************@doc.govt.nz

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