Ranger, Heritage and Visitors

• Are you passionate about recreation, love working in the outdoors and have practical hands-on skills? If yes, then this is the role for you!
• Four weeks + three days annual leave per year.
• Full time (Monday to Friday 8am-4.30pm), permanent role, based in Geraldine.

 

 Toitū te marae a Tāne-Mahuta, toitū te marae a Tangaroa, toitū te tangata 

If the land is well and the sea is well, the people will thrive 

 

Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai serves to protect and sustain nature across Aotearoa. We put nature and people at the heart of our mahi, guided by te reo Māori, te ao Māori and Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We do this by: 

• protecting land, species, ecosystems, and cultural heritage for conservation purposes 
• managing threats and adverse impacts 
• being a voice for conservation 
• connecting people to nature.

 

He angitūtanga | About the role

Are you someone who is passionate about historic sites and conserving our natural environment for generations to come?  We currently have a vacancy for a Ranger in our team based in Geraldine, where you will be able to work outdoors to preserve our beautiful Aotearoa.

The Recreation portfolio ranges from maintaining backcountry huts within the Hakatere and Te Kahui Kaupeka Conservation Parks to the popular Mt Somers track and the Te Araroa trail.

We maintain six campsites, located between the Hunter hills in the south to Peel Forest north of Geraldine. These campsites are maintained with a ride on lawn mower and scrub bar. Bathrooms are also cleaned on a regular maintenance schedule.

The historic element of this role includes maintaining our historic sites within the region. Examples include the historic Mt Harper ice rink in the Rangitata valley, Monavale school and the historic Hakatere stone cottage.

The position will be focussed on:

• maintaining six campsites, historic sites, huts, and tracks to a high standard
• providing advice and information on the area to visitors
• preparation, planting and maintenance of restoration sites
• management of facilities and amenities
• visitor hazard management systems
• safety for staff, visitors and volunteers
• partnership with iwi
• supporting our volunteers and community groups
• building collaborative relationships internally and externally for the purpose of achieving greater conservation outcomes.

 

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

We are keen to hear from you if you have the following attributes:

• a full, clean driver license and experience with trailers
• strong tramping/outdoor background and be physically fit
• strong hands-on practical skills
• confident interacting with people from all walks of life
• an active interest in outdoor pursuits and conservation
• works co-operatively and collaboratively as a member of a team to accomplish goals and resolve problems

Desirable:

• a good understanding of technology is an important part of this role as our work is managed through a phone application
• demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Tikanga Māori and Te Ao Māori is an advantage
• current First Aid Certificate.

 

Mō te tīma | About the team

The Geraldine/Oamaru team consists of 25 permanent staff that are assisted by several temporary staff over the summer months. The staff body is a positive mix of people that draws on the strengths of the team to help deliver its work, being a staff member that can add value to this culture is a must. A blend of ages, gender, backgrounds and views are welcome as it adds balance to the workplace and also ensures the office remains a positive work environment.

 

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What's in it for you?

Te Papa Atawhai is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that represents the communities we serve, creating an inclusive workplace culture, supporting the relationship between Māori and the Crown, and lifting our cultural capability. We encourage our people to bring their authentic self and unique perspectives to work, in pursuit of our collective aspirations. Our commitment to well-being and professional development includes:

• flexible working opportunities suited to your role
• career development, secondment and training opportunities to help you realise your goals
• study assistance in programmes that are relevant to your work
• employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and discounted medical insurance
• great discounts on DOC accommodation and outdoor apparel and gear so you're ready for your next adventure
• Te Pukenga Atawhai – Cultural Capability Development Programme.

 

Tono ināianei | Apply now 

Apply online via the DOC Careers Centre with a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant skills experience and motivation for joining Te Papa Atawhai.  

The salary range for this position is $54,314 to $69,401 with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience.  

Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory – this includes holding a valid work visa that covers the whole period of employment. 

 

Applications close at 5pm on Tuesday, 7 February 2023.

Further enquiries, contact Chris Dyson on cdyson@doc.govt.nz or 027 542 8989.

Job Reference: 400/08343