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 tracksMaintain 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'Geraldine District.
Skills and experience
- 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
Desirable
- Growsafe'certificate
- Scrub bar experience
- 4WD experience and training
- 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.
Salary range: $62,192 - $67,446
Full time, fixed term role ending May 2027 based in our Geraldine office
Salary:'$62,192 - $67,446'depending on skills and experience.
Eligibility:'You must hold a valid NZ work visa that covers the duration of employment.'
Applications close at 11:59 pm on Sunday 15 November 2026
For further enquiries, please contact Chad Adams - Principal Ranger at .
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Contact Details:
Department of Conservation Recruitment Team
