Ranger (fixed term/secondment) – Department of Conservation – Geraldine

Department of Conservation; Geraldine; On-site; NZD 62,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Conservation in Geraldine is seeking a Ranger to support the maintenance of visitor and heritage assets and deliver quality experiences. You will work outdoors, maintain tracks, campsites, huts and bridges, and assist with basic construction while collaborating with a supportive team.

This fixed-term role runs until May 2027, with a salary of $62,192–$67,446 per year. A full or restricted Class 1 driver licence and good physical fitness are required, with desirable Grow Safe,

Qualifications

• Has a positive, can-do attitude and good communication skills.
• 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.
• Has a good level of physical 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

Positive attitude

Communication skills

Outdoor work

Team player

Driver licence (Class 1)

Physical fitness

Education

Grow Safe certificate

First Aid certificate

4WD experience

Job description

• 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: $62,192 – $67,446
• Full time, fixed termrole ending May 2027based inour Geraldine 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 theGeraldine District.

Click here for the Role Description.

Ngāpūkengamengāwheako| Skills and experience

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

Desirable:

• Growsafecertificate
• Scrub bar experience
• 4WD experience and training
• First Aid certificate.

He ahangāpāingamōu? |What’sin it for you?

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:

$62,192 – $67,446depending on skills and experience.

Eligibility:

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

Rāwhakakapi| Applications close

at 11:59 pm onSunday 15 November 2026

Me hepātaianō,whakapāmai| For further enquiries

pleasecontactChad Adams – Principal Ranger at [e-mail].