Ranger (Fixed Term)

The Department of Conservation, Te Papa Atawhai; Reefton; On-site; NZD 61,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Conservation, Te Papa Atawhai in Reefton, South Island, is seeking a Ranger to support maintenance across visitor and heritage assets. This full-time fixed-term role runs from November to the end of May 2027, based at the Reefton base.

You will work outdoors, maintain tracks, sites, huts, bridges, and assist with basic construction, contributing to conservation outcomes as part of a supportive Mawhera/Greymouth team.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work outdoors in a hands-on role.
• Strong communication and teamwork required.
• Positive, can-do attitude with good fitness.

Responsibilities

• Maintain front-country tracks and backcountry tracks.
• Maintain visitor sites such as campgrounds and recreational areas.
• Maintain huts, bridges, and other structures.
• Assist with basic construction and building work.
• Support biodiversity, community, and wider teams when required.

Skills

Outdoors

Communication skills

Teamwork

Driver Licence

Physical fitness

Job description

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The Department of Conservation, Te Papa Atawhai – Reefton, South Island

$61,189 - $67,446 a year

Full time

Are you someone who is passionate aboutmaintainingHeritage and Visitor assets and providing quality visitor experiences?If yes, then this is the job for you!

Salary range: $61,189 - $67,446

Full time, fixed termrolesfrom November to end of May 2027based inour Reefton base office

Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | TeOrangao te AoTūroa

Mōtetūranga| About the role

As a Ranger you will support the delivery of essential maintenance work across a range of visitor and heritage assets. Working as part of a supportive team,you’llgain practical experience across a variety of tasks.

In this role, you will:

• Maintain front-country tracksand backcountry tracks
• Maintain visitor sites such as campgrounds and recreational areas
• Maintain huts, bridges, and other structures
• Assistwith basic construction and building work
• Support biodiversity, community, and wider teams whenrequired

You’llbe working outdoors in a practical, physically active role, contributing to conservation outcomes as part of a positive and enthusiastic team across theReefton area.

If you have the following attributes, we are keen to hear from you:

• Has a positive, can-do attitude andgood communicationskills
• Enjoys working outdoors in a hands-on environment
• Can work both independently and as part of a team
• Holds a full or restricted Class 1 Driver Licence
• Hasa good levelof physical fitness

Mōtetīma| About the team

TheMawhera/Greymouth Heritage and Visitor Team consist of10full timestaff,3of those being based in the Reefton field Centre, plus up to 3 fixed term staff during the summer season. The Paparoa H&V Team consists of 3full timestaff,3 Hut wardensand 2 track workersseasonally. The 2 teams work together on a variety of different work tasks.

We have a great positive work culture and often work across teams when there is priority work on. You will be joining a supportive team, who value their staff and invest in personal development and growth

DOC is committed to a culture where everyone canparticipate, thrive, and grow.We’redriven by ourvalues and behaviours,and are working towards being an organisation that is diverse,equitable, and inclusive by default.

We’reunable to accept emailed applications or provide feedback to applicantsnot shortlisted.

If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, let us know andwe’lltry to accommodate.

Salary:$61,189 - $67,446depending on skills and experience.

Eligibility:You must hold a valid NZ work visa that covers the duration of employment.

Me hepātaianō,whakapāmai| For further enquiries,pleasecontactSam Symonds on 027 543 0145 or ********@doc.govt.nz

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