Ranger (Visitor Compliance- Fixed term) at Department of Conservation | Te Papa Atawhai

Aoraki / Mount Cook, Canterbury, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Apr, 26

Salary

66911.0

Posted On

12 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Full Valid Driver’s Licence, Strong People Skills, Customer Service Experience, Clear Communication, Good Judgment, Practical Maintenance Skills, Current First Aid Certificate, Technology Competence, Proactive Attitude, Ability to Work Weekends, Ability to Work Holidays

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Enhance visitor experiences while protecting one of New Zealand’s most iconic landscapes! Salary range: $60,703 to $66,911. Full time, fixed term or secondment until end of June 2026- based in Aoraki/Mount Cook. 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. Ko tā Te Papa Atawhai he tiaki, he whakarauora anō hoki i te taiao puta noa i Aotearoa. He oranga taiao, he oranga tangata. Mō te tūranga | About the role You’ll be at the forefront of managing visitor experiences, supporting a new paid parking initiative and ensuring compliance with park bylaws. The position will be focussed on: Managing vehicle parking and assisting visitors at White Horse Hill carpark. Providing information and education on paid parking, park bylaws, front country tracks and safety. Monitoring compliance with campground fees and concessionaire requirements. Supporting maintenance of tracks, facilities, and campground facilities. Please note, this role is rostered 5 days per week on a rotating 7-day roster. 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: Full, valid driver’s licence Strong people skills and customer service experience. Ability to communicate clearly with diverse audiences Good judgment for reporting compliance issues and emergencies Practical maintenance skills for outdoor facilities and equipment Current First Aid certificate Competence with technology, including Microsoft Office and online booking systems A proactive attitude toward health, safety, and wellbeing Ability to work over the weekend and holiday periods. 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 $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 whakakapi | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Monday, 26 January 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, whakapā mai | For further enquiries, please contact Marie Kealey, Recruitment Advisor, at mkealey@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

You will manage visitor experiences and support a new paid parking initiative while ensuring compliance with park bylaws. This includes monitoring vehicle parking, providing information to visitors, and supporting maintenance of facilities.