Job Opportunities in New Zealand

Seasonal Vacancies – Department of Conservation

• Ever wanted to take up a career in conservation?
• Embark on a rewarding path in conservation by entering our seasonal work this summer!
• Fixed Term roles across the country ranging from Cape Reinga to Stewart Island.

Toitū te marae a Tāne-Mahuta, toitū te marae a Tangaroa, toitū te tangata
If the land is well and the sea is well, the people will thrive.

Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and sustain nature across Aotearoa. We put nature and people at the heart of our mahi, guided by te reo Māori, te ao Māori and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

He angitūtanga | About seasonal
Our THIRD INTAKE is now live! It's that time of the year again, the Department of Conservation's summer seasonal vacancies are now open! Our seasonal roles offer you the opportunity to immerse yourself in New Zealand's unique places and contribute to conservation in our backyard.
Our seasonal roles are fixed term and have a variety of start dates from October through to December this year. Our roles are generally fixed term between four to nine months, working in some of New Zealand's picturesque landscapes.

Ngā haepapa | What to expect
You will be supporting our high performing operations team across the country, play your part in supporting conservation this season. How? Make a difference for our amazing biodiversity. Trap pests, monitor wildlife, care for taonga species, help maintain DOC huts and amenities, tracks and campgrounds, or welcome visitors at our visitor centres. Be part of the solution!
Even if you don't tick all the boxes but believe your skills and experience closely align, then we still encourage you to apply.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What's in it for you?
The Department of Conservation /Te Papa Atawhai places importance on developing a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow. We're working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable and inclusive by default.
You can learn more about what we offer here.

Tono ināianei | Apply now
To apply head to the DOC Careers Centre and submit a CV and cover letter and complete our questionnaire where you will provide our team with your top three preferred positions! Find all our seasonal jobs on our DOC website, check out Seasonal jobs: Jobs at DOC before you apply.
If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do let us know.
Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory – this includes holding a valid work visa that overs the whole period of employment.
Please note, due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to accept direct or emailed applications and provide feedback to those not shortlisted.

Rā katinga | Applications close at 11:59pm on Sunday 29 September
Me he pātai anō | For further enquiries, please feel free to contact the Seasonal Jobs team at seasonaljobs@doc.govt.nz