Ranger (Campground) (Fixed-Term) at Department of Conservation | Te Papa Atawhai

, , New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Feb, 26

Salary

66911.0

Posted On

03 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Service, Cleaning, Maintenance, Health And Safety Awareness, Problem Solving, Tech Savvy, Independent Work, Initiative

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Live and work by the coast – enjoy the unique lifestyle of Marfells Beach Campground, with the option to live onsite and experience one of Marlborough’s most scenic spots. Make a real difference – play a hands-on role in caring for visitors and protecting the natural environment as part of DOC’s Heritage and Visitor team. Flexible, rewarding summer work – a 5-month fixed-term role offering variety and independence The Salary Range for this position is $60,703 to $66,911 Fixed-term, part-time role based in Marfells Beach Campsite Campground, Marlborough Region. Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Tūroa The Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature across Aotearoa. When nature thrives, we all thrive. He angitūtanga | About the role We’re looking for an enthusiastic and community-minded Ranger to help care for Marfells Beach Campsite over the 2025/26 summer season. This role offers a unique opportunity to live and work by the coast. As the on-site presence for Marfells Beach Campsite, you’ll ensure visitors have a safe, enjoyable, and memorable stay while maintaining the facilities and upholding DOC’s high standards of care and service. The position with be focused on: Welcoming and assisting campers with online and in-person bookings Providing friendly, professional customer service to enhance visitor experiences Daily cleaning and maintenance of campground facilities and ablution blocks Monitoring water supplies and septic systems Reporting and following up on maintenance and health & safety issues Using DOC’s online booking and point of sale systems Supporting the Principal Ranger and wider South Marlborough Heritage & Visitor team Click here for the Role Description Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience If you have some of following, we are keen to hear from you: Previous experience in campground, hospitality, or customer service roles Proven ability to clean, maintain, and manage facilities to a high standard Confidence working independently in a remote environment Strong initiative and practical problem-solving skills Health and safety awareness and commitment to safe work practices Tech-savvy or willing to learn online booking and payment systems Current full New Zealand driver’s licence and first aid certificate Flexible and reliable – available for weekends, evenings, and public holidays Please note Own accommodation required – you’ll need to provide your own suitable accommodation (such as a caravan or campervan) to live onsite at Marfells Beach Campsitefor the duration of the summer season. Even if you don’t tick all the boxes but believe your skills and experience closely align, then we still encourage you to apply. Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | 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. Tono ināianei | 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 throughout the recruitment process, please do let us know. The salary range for this position is $60,703 to $66,911 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 katinga | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Monday 17 November 2025 Depending on the volume of applications received, we may close this advertisement early, so please submit your application as soon as possible. Me he pātai anō | For further enquiries, contact Sarah Haughey, Principal Ranger, shaughey@doc.govt.nz Please note that we have replaced our previous recruitment system with Workday, you will need to create a new Candidate Home account when applying for new roles. The Department of Conservation is a great place to work for anyone who is passionate about nature and the environment. Our people are responsible for caring for our land, water and native species. Spread throughout the country, they ensure that nature can thrive. They perform a huge range of tasks in roles from technical specialists to support staff and frontline rangers. Read more about Our role: About us

Responsibilities

The Ranger will ensure visitors have a safe and enjoyable stay at Marfells Beach Campsite while maintaining the facilities. This includes welcoming campers, managing bookings, and performing daily cleaning and maintenance tasks.