Ranger Project Lead Heritage and Visitors at Department of Conservation, Nelson - Marlborough

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Lead campground operations and people-focussed projects that make a difference.
  
  
• Salary: $68,878 to $87,265.
  
  
• Permanent, full-time role based in Waitohi/Picton.

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
Reporting to the Principal Ranger, you'll manage and deliver operational initiatives across campgrounds in the Marlborough Sounds district. While some sites are small and require minimal oversight, others, like our busy Momorangi Bay campground, require day to day leadership and coordination. This role combines office-based planning with fieldwork and includes rostered duties from time to time.

The position will be focussed on:

• Leading seasonal rangers, camp hosts, and casual staff in the field, including tasking and rostering.
• Overseeing daily campground operations to keep facilities running smoothly.
• Supporting the delivery of operational initiatives and projects.
• Coordinating cross-functional teams and resources to achieve project outcomes.
• Managing facilities and amenities projects, including plans, timelines, budgets, and risk assessments.
• Monitoring progress and reporting on milestones and performance.
• Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

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Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience
We're looking for an organised, people-focussed team player who's passionate about delivering great visitor experiences.

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

• Experience managing public facilities or visitor services.
• Experience maintaining infrastructure (e.g. buildings, water supplies, sewerage systems).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage conflict and work across diverse groups.
• Familiarity with computerised booking systems.
• Ability to lead staff, previous people leadership experience is desirable.
• A strong focus on health and safety with the ability to promote a positive safety culture.
• A current full driver's licence.

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.

We support flexible work arrangements for our kamahi who are working in a wide variety of roles and locations across Aotearoa. Flexible options will be considered based on your role and in discussion with your leader.

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 $68,878 to $87,265 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, 13 October.
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 Dave Hayes, Operations Manager, at dhayes@doc.govt.nz or +64 27 291 9143

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