Seasonal Jobs - Intake 2

Department of Conservation | Te Papa Atawhai
Onsite

About The Position

Work on New Zealand’s Great Walks this summer – Help maintain and enhance some of Aotearoa’s most iconic visitor destinations, from Paparoa to Fiordland. Turn adventure into a career – Spend your summer outdoors while making a meaningful contribution to conservation and visitor experiences. Welcome visitors to iconic destinations – Be part of the team delivering memorable experiences at visitor centres helping connect people with New Zealand’s unique landscapes, recreation opportunities, and conservation stories. Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Tūroa. He angitūtanga | About seasonal. Your conservation adventure starts here! Our SECOND INTAKE is now live and we're looking for passionate people to join New Zealand's premier conservation team. Whether you're a seasoned outdoor enthusiast or someone ready to dive into conservation for the first time, our summer seasonal roles offer an incredible opportunity to work in some of Aotearoa's most spectacular locations while making a real difference for our natural heritage. Our seasonal positions are fixed-term roles with flexible start dates from September through to December, typically running for four to nine months. You'll work up to 40 hours per week surrounded by New Zealand's most breathtaking landscapes – from alpine regions to pristine coastlines, ancient forests to iconic Great Walks.

Requirements

  • Hold a valid NZ work visa that covers the duration of employment.

Nice To Haves

  • Skills and experience align with the requirements outlined in the Applicant Information Sheet for a role
  • Capabilities match the role
  • Passionate about making a difference for conservation
  • People with heart

Responsibilities

  • Protecting threatened species and supporting biodiversity outcomes
  • Undertaking pest control and wildlife monitoring activities
  • Maintaining iconic DOC huts, tracks, structures, and campgrounds
  • Welcoming visitors and sharing conservation stories at our visitor centres
  • Supporting habitat restoration and native species recovery projects

Benefits

  • Work up to 40 hours per week
  • Flexible start dates from September through to December
  • Roles typically running for four to nine months
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