Supervisor | Kaitauawhi

• Mix your passion for Conservation and team leadership  
• Permanent role | Salary range - $80,695 - $101,951 
• Based in the beautiful Te Anau – the gateway to Fiordland National Park 

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

Mō te tūranga | About the role 

As the Supervisor, you will lead a team of Seasonal Hut Rangers based out of Te Anau, providing direction and hands-on support to deliver operational priorities across some of our iconic Great Walks—the Kepler, Milford and Routeburn—contributing to meaningful conservation outcomes in one of Aotearoa’s most renowned landscapes. 

This role is essential to the success of the Te Anau operations. You will play a key role in ensuring the team is well-supported, coordinated, and set up to deliver effectively through the busy season (October – May).  

The position will be focussed on: 

• Providing supervision and hands-on support in the field, while overseeing day-to-day operations and fostering a positive, collaborative team environment 
• Leading a large seasonal ranger workforce, ensuring clarity of priorities, strong team cohesion, and high performance during peak delivery periods 
• Building strong, collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders 
• Coordinate and assist with District recruitment  
• Working with your regional colleagues to ensure integrated delivery of highest priority outcomes for the region

​Over the Summer period, some weekend work may be required. 

Click here for the Role Description  

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience 

You’re a natural leader who thrives in dynamic environments. You are passionate about Conservation and enjoy working within a team all aiming for the same goals.  

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

• Leadership of field-based teams, with experience in supervising, coaching and mentoring, ideally within conservation or similar 
• Demonstrated capability to plan, monitor and report on work delivery  
• A team player with a ‘can-do’ attitude – practically minded, you are happy to jump in and help out when needed 
• A strong and proactive communicator and collaborator, you build strong internal and external relationships with ease 
• Leads by example, setting high personal and professional standards, assumes responsibility and accountability for the success of the team 
• A strong commitment to safety and mental wellbeing in the workplace 
• Technologically savvy and able to keep up with changes in the digital space 
• Delivery-focused and proactive, you’re highly organised and continuously seek opportunities to improve efficiency 
• Ability to work alongside whānau, hapū, iwi collaboratively and effectively, as well as the community, businesses, and others 
• Full NZ driver license 

He aha ngā pāinga mōu? | What’s in it for you? 

DOC is committed to a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow. We’re driven by our values and behaviours, and are working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive by default. 

We also support flexible working arrangements for our kaimahi across Aotearoa, with options considered based on the role and in discussion with your leader. 

Want to know more? 

Tonoa inaiānei | Apply now 

Apply online with your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and motivation. We’re unable to accept emailed applications or provide feedback to applicants not shortlisted. 

If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, let us know and we’ll try to accommodate. 

Salary: $80,695 - $101,951, depending on skills and experience. 

Eligibility: You must hold a valid NZ work visa that covers the duration of employment.  

Please note, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role.  

Rā whakakapi | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Sunday 12th July. This advert may close early, so please apply promptly 

Me he pātai anō, whakapā mai | For further enquiries, please contact Leeza Young, Senior Recruitment Advisor, leeyoung@doc.govt.nz