💼 Full-Time Position

Kaitiaki Ranger (Fixed term)

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New Zealand Government
📍 Napier, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand
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Location
Napier, New Zealand
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Posted
April 11, 2026
Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

* Kick-start your career in conservation! gain hands-on experience, paid training, and real pathways into future mahi.
* Experience unique landscapes across Aotearoa.
* Starting salary for this position is $60,703
Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao TūroaThe 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 roleOne-year, training opportunity within Te Papa Atawhai, Department of Conservation based in:
* Kerikeri/Pēwhairangi/Bay of Islands
* Napier
* Gisborne
* May consider other locations within the region for the right candidate.
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