Summer Rangers 2025 - Northern Regional Parks
Date: 27 Aug 2025
Location: North Shore, NZ, 1010
Company: Auckland Council
- Based at our Northern Regional Parks
- 3 month – 4 month paid work as a Summer Park Ranger within a supportive environment
- Accommodation provided free of charge if needed (no pets allowed)
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.
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.
This year we are on the hunt for 7x 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.
These positions will work full-time from either 12th November 2025 until 13th February 2026 or 12th November 2025 – 13th March 2026. 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 17th November 2025 – 21st November 2025 at Waitawa Regional Park.
Te hiranga o tēnei mahi: Why this role matters
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.
This role pays living wage at $28.95 per hour. To view the position description and Summer Ranger fact sheets please click here.
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
Regional Parks are passionately cared for by Park Rangers, volunteers, and local communities. Join this incredible network and legacy while taking the next step in your career.
At Auckland Council, you will join a dynamic, supportive environment where your mahi (work) will directly impact the lives of over 1.7 million Aucklanders. We offer flexible working conditions, a focus on well-being, and a culture of continuous improvement.
We are proud to be recognised for our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We are accredited by GenderTick, a signatory of the Pride Pledge. These commitments reflect our ongoing efforts to create a workplace where all staff feel valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.
Together, we can create a Tāmaki Makaurau we can all be proud of. As part of our organisation, please view a range of our: benefits
This is a fantastic opportunity to directly contribute to Auckland while gaining valuable on-the-job experience at one of our Regional Parks. If you're passionate about Auckland and its vibrant communities, apply now!
Tono Mai: Apply Now!
Application close date: Wednesday 17th September 12am NZST
We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis as they come in so please apply today to avoid disappointment!
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 committed to the protection and wellbeing of children. This role is classified as a Children's Worker role under the Vulnerable Children Act 2014. As such applicants will be required to undergo police vetting prior to commencing employment. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory police check.
Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer. We serve the diverse communities of Tāmaki Makaurau and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds - regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, educational background, or religious beliefs. We also welcome applications from our Rainbow communities as well as disabled and neurodivergent people. We are committed to making our hiring process accessible to everyone. If you require any support or adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know.