Ranger Project Lead Heritage and Visitors

Department of Conservation (DOC)

franz josef, west coast, New-Zealand
Full-time
Posted June 12, 2026

Job Description

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

  • Take the lead with hands‑on conservation projects in rugged, remote, and remarkable places.
  • Salary: $68,878 to $87,265, with DOC rental accommodation available.
  • Permanent, full‑time role in Franz Josef.

Mō te tūranga | About the role

With support from the Principal Ranger, you’ll lead the day‑to‑day delivery of the work programme and take responsibility for delivering back‑country and front‑country heritage and visitor maintenance and development projects.

The position will be focused on:

  • Leading assigned projects, including historic site restoration, track work, hut and amenity maintenance.
  • Field leadership and overseeing the day‑to‑day operations of the Heritage and Visitors team.
  • Providing technical advice, guidance, and mentoring to support and develop others.
  • Managing contracts where required. <...