Ranger

• 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, permanent role team based in Mawhera/Greymouth

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 backcountry and front-country 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 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

Click here for the Role Description

Mō te tīma | About the team

The Mawhera/Greymouth Heritage and Visitor Team consist of 11 full time staff, 4 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 and 3 Hut wardens 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 places importance on developing a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow. We’re working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable and inclusive by default. You can learn more about what we offer here.

Tonoa inaiānei | Apply now

Apply online with a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant skills, experience and motivation for joining Te Papa Atawhai. Please note, due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to accept direct or emailed applications and provide feedback to those not shortlisted.

If you require any accommodations or adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

The salary range for this position is $61,189 - $67,446 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.

Rā whakakapi | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Friday 05 June 2026

Me he pātai anō, whakapā mai | For further enquiries, please contact Sam Symonds on 027 543 0145 or ***email_hidden***