Summer Ranger - Northern Regional Parks

• Based at our Northern Regional Parks
• 3 month – 4 month paid work as a Summer Park Ranger
• Accommodation provided free of charge if needed (no pets allowed)

Providing you with relevant career experience through the summer months at our Northern Regional Parks. The Northern Regional Parks are a diverse mix of spectacular landscapes, facilities and service for huge numbers of recreational visitors, conservation outcomes including fully incorporated open sanctuaries and sustainable farming. If your personal development would benefit from this experience, a summer with Auckland Council in the Northern Regional Parks could be the best summer ever. 

You'll work with some of Auckland's best minds, supported in a friendly and stimulating environment and gain valuable real-world experience.

Read through the link for fact sheets - they outline the different regions and will provide information on what sort of tasks to expect.

To view the position description and Summer Ranger facts sheet please click here. 

He angitūtanga: The opportunity 

Auckland’s Regional Parks play a fundamental role in preserving our unique and iconic landscapes across the region. Receiving up to 6 million visits a year, they are home to many rare and threatened ecosystems and native species.  

This year we are on the hunt for 8 Northern Summer Rangers for either 3 or 4 months, who will be based at; Long Bay, Shakespear, Tāwharanui, Wenderholm, Mahurangi West, Te Arai Regional Park or one of our other wonderful parks as needed. Our Summer Park Rangers are a key part in facilitating safe and enjoyable outdoor recreation and education experiences while conserving and protecting cultural, natural, and heritage resources.

He kōrero mōu: About you

If you are interested in gaining real-world experience in the fields of conservation, environmental management, ecology, cultural and NZ heritage, tourism, landscaping, horticulture, recreation, outdoor education or agriculture, we want to hear from you!

Based at one of our Regional Parks located within the Auckland Region, the rangers will assist with customer service, conservation, bylaw control and maintenance of the parks across the network. You will be provided with basic accommodation however you will need to cover your travel expenses. Preference will be given to applicants who have a clean and full NZ driver’s licence.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

These positions will work full-time from either 13th November 2024 until 14th February 2025 or 13th November 2024 – 14th March 2025.  It will include working on a roster covering all weekends and public holidays over the contract, including the Christmas and New Year period. You will need to be available to attend a mandatory training camp from 18th November 2024 – 22nd November 2024 at Atiu Creek Regional Park.

This role pays a living wage of $27.80 per hour.

The regional parks are passionately maintained and cared for by Park Rangers, volunteers and local communities. Be part of this phenomenal network and legacy of the Regional Parks whilst taking the next step up in your career. 

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a direct contribution to Auckland, whilst gaining on the job experience at one of our Regional Parks. If you are passionate about Auckland and the communities that make it a vibrant place to live, apply now!

Me Tono Ināianei!: Apply Now!

Applications close: Wednesday 18th September

Our employer Kiwisaver contribution is additional to base salary offered.

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This role is deemed safety sensitive and in line with Auckland Council policy, you will be required to complete pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.  

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.