Ranger Heritage and Visitors

The salary range for this position is $60,314 to $75,603.
- Permanent, full-time roles based in Whakapapa or Ohakune with accommodation negotiable.

**Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Turoa**

The Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature spaces and species across Aotearoa.

Tangata whenua are inextricably linked to the whenua and te taiao, and we desire a future where whanau, hapu and iwi can thrive in their role as rangatira and kaitiaki.

To tatou taiao. To tatou hitori. He taonga tuturu no Aotearoa. Maioha rawatia. Poipoia rawatia. Tukua.

Our nature. Our history. It's New Zealand's unique legacy. Enjoy it. Enrich it. Pass it on.

**He angitutanga | About the role**

How would you like to work within the oldest and most iconic National Park and surrounding dual status world heritage area in Aotearoa? Join Te Papa Atawhai to deliver conservation outcomes amongst the Tongariro National Park and District.

The Kaitiaki, Ranger (Heritage and Visitor) is a crucial operational role within the close-knit Tongariro District Team. You will be part of a team responsible for maintaining the visitor assets (huts, tracks, structures, campgrounds) within the Tongariro District.

You will scope and manage packages of work by utilising your practical and technical skills, and your literacy and numeracy skills.

The role will include:

- Contract management, project management and coordination with budgets
- Construction, maintenance and risk management of facilities, sites and assets
- Liaising with external partners and stakeholders including community groups, Councils, iwi and the New Zealand Defence Force.

We are passionate about developing our people, and will provide qualification training for specialised skills, including working at heights, chainsaw operation, helicopter safety, 4WD operation, and digger operation.

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**Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experience**

If you have the following attributes, we are keen to hear from you:

- Project management, prioritisation and coordination skills.
- Contractor management, financial management and budgeting skills.
- Excellent communication and relationship management, with ability to support and lead others.
- Familiar with good health and safety processes, plans and working safely.
- Computer literacy skills.
- Physically fit and Emotional intelligence
- Experience working with external stakeholders and iwi.
- Ability to work remotely in back-country, with overnight stays 7 - 10 nights per year.
- Full New Zealand Driver's Licence.

Desirable:

- Carpentry/construction/practical skills.
- Experience with relevant machinery (e.g. excavators, scrub bars, chainsaws).
- SAP experience.
- GIS skills.

**Nga ahuatanga kei a matou | 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.

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

The salary range for this position is $60,314 to $75,603 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._

Due to high volumes, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role.

**Ra katinga | Applications close** at 11:59 pm on 9 December 2024

**Taupanga | Job reference**: DOC/ 1830474