Ranger | Tutei (Fixed term)

New Zealand Government; Whangarei; Presencial; NZD 62.000 - 67.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Department of Conservation (DOC) in Whangārei is seeking a Ranger to deliver conservation outcomes across the Whangārei District. You’ll work in the field on tracks, facilities, and visitor assets, and support pest plant/animal control alongside volunteers and partners.

Ideal candidates have hands-on outdoor experience, carpentry or maintenance skills, and a full NZ driver’s licence (manual). The role is full-time, fixed-term through June 2027, with a strong focus on safety and collaboration.

Formación

• Practical outdoor work in a team environment with a can-do attitude.
• Experience in carpentry, construction, building maintenance, or related trades.
• Experience undertaking pest plant and/or pest animal control.
• Full NZ driver’s licence with ability to drive a manual.
• Desirable: Growsafe certification, GPS/ArcGIS Field Maps familiarity, First Aid.
• Understanding of risk management, hazard identification, and health & safety practices.

Responsabilidades

• Ensure facilities, tracks, and signage are safe and accessible.
• Track clearing and maintenance of visitor assets.
• Contribute to conservation work programmes and field initiatives.
• Undertake pest plant and animal control.
• Support conservation projects and collaborate with partners and volunteers.
• Maintain equipment and uphold health, safety, and environmental standards.

Conocimientos

Field work

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Team player

Manual driving

Communication

GPS navigation

Educación

Conservation/environmental management degree

Growsafe certification

Herramientas

Chainsaw

Brush cutter

GPS

ArcGIS Field Maps

Scrub bar

Descripción del empleo

Join a passionate team delivering conservation outcomes across the Whangarei District.Use your practical field skills and commitment to conservation to help protect and enhance some of Aotearoa New Zealand's most special places.Salary Range: $62,192 to $67,446 depending on skills and experienceFixed term, full-time position through to June 2027 | based in WhangareiOur vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao TuroaMo te turanga | About the roleThis is your chance to become part of a strong, tight-knit, and hardworking team dedicated to protecting our unique natural heritage.As a Ranger within the operations team, you'll work across the Whangarei District, contributing to a range of field-based conservation activities and projects as well as contribute to the maintenance and improvement of our visitor assets. Working alongside colleagues, contractors, volunteers and partners, you'll help deliver practical conservation outcomes across a variety of environments.This role is predominantly field based, providing variety, challenge, and opportunities to further develop your skills while contributing to meaningful outcomes for people and nature.The position will be focussed on:Ensuring facilities, tracks, and signage are safe and accessible.Track clearing and maintenance of our visitor assetsContribute to conservation work programmesUndertake pest plant and animal controlSupport conservation and field-based initiativesWork collaboratively with partners, volunteers, and stakeholdersMonitor, report, and plan project workMaintain equipment and operational standardsUphold health, safety, and environmental requirementsThis is a full time, fixed term Monday to Friday role based in Whangarei.Click here for the Role DescriptionNga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experienceAre you someone who enjoys practical outdoor work, thrives in a team environment, and takes pride in delivering high-quality work in an outdoor environment? We're looking for a motivated and adaptable Ranger who can bring a hands-on approach, strong problem-solving skills, and a commitment to health and safety in the field.If you have some of following, we are keen to hear from you:A positive, can-do attitude with strong problem-solving skillsPractical experience in carpentry, construction, building maintenance, or related tradesAbility to work independently and as part of a team in challenging environmentsPractical, hands-on experience (e.g. chainsaws, brush cutters, carpentry, or general construction/maintenance)Experience undertaking pest plant and/or pest animal controlExperience working in field-based, conservation, or outdoor environmentsConfidence using computers and learning new systems and technologyStrong communication skills and the ability to work in partnership with others, including whanau, hapu, iwi, and stakeholdersUnderstanding of risk management, hazard identification, and health & safety practicesA full NZ driver's licence with the ability to drive a manualDesirable:LUV experience and relevant qualificationGrowsafe certificationCurrent First Aid certificate.Experience using GPS, ArcGIS Field Maps, or similar mobile field applicationsExperience using scrubbar and chainsawQualification in conservation, environmental management, ecology, or a related fieldHe 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.Tonoa inaianei | Apply nowApply online with your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and motivation.If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, let us know and we'll try to accommodate.Salary: $62,192 to $67,446, depending on skills and experience.Eligibility: You must hold a valid NZ work visa that covers the duration of employment.Please note, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role.Shortlisting is expected to be completed by end of November with Interviews taking place beginning to mid-December. Candidates must be available for either an online or in-person interview during this period.Ra whakakapi | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Sunday 22nd November 2026. This advert may close early, so please apply promptlyMe he patai ano, whakapa mai | For further enquiries about this role, please contact Heloise Ory, Principal Ranger at [e-mail]. Please note, we're unable to accept applications via email or provide feedback to applicants not shortlisted.