Ranger (Fixed Term)

• Are you someone who is passionate about maintaining Heritage 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 term roles from November to end of May 2027 based in our  Mawhera/Greymouth office 

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

Mō te tūranga | 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’ll gain practical experience across a variety of tasks. 

In this role, you will: 

• 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 

You’ll be working outdoors in a practical, physically active role, contributing to conservation outcomes as part of a positive and enthusiastic team across the Mawhera/Greymouth district. 

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience 

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

• 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 

Mō te tīma | About the team 

The Mawhera/Greymouth Heritage and Visitor Team consist of 10 full time staff, 3 of 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 3 full time staff, 3 Hut wardens and 2 track workers seasonally. 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 

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.  

Tonoa inaiānei | Apply now