Freedom Camping Officer (Fixed Term)

Do you enjoy working outdoors? We’re looking for a Freedom Camping Officer to join our team for the upcoming summer season.

Role Overview:

In this full-time, fixed term role you will ensure Council’s Freedom Camping approach continues to be applied effectively and monitor and enforce freedom camping legislation and bylaws across the Clutha District.

 Key Requirements:

This is a hands-on, community position where no two days are the same.

As our Freedom Camping Officer, you will:

• Have a sound understanding of issues surrounding freedom camping in the district, especially the Catlins.
• Engage with campers, the public, and stakeholders to provide clear information and advice.
• Address non-compliance in a fair and professional manner.
• Have a current, clean car driver’s licence

 About the Clutha District:

The Clutha District, spanning over 6,700 square kilometers in the lower South Island, offers breathtaking scenery from coast to mountains. Enjoy a relaxed lifestyle, affordable housing, and a friendly community, fostering an ideal work-life balance. Conveniently located near Central Otago and Dunedin, with its international airport and university, and bordered by the stunning Catlins, renowned for its waterfalls, wildlife, rainforest, and surf-worthy beaches.

Why join us?

You’ll be part of a supportive team environment and workplace culture doing varied and meaningful work that makes a real difference in our communities.

For more information, please check out the full job description at the Apply Now link.

If this role sounds like what you’re looking for, we’d love to hear from you!

This role will close on the 27 October 2025, but we will be assessing applications as they are received, so apply now!