Ao5, Senior Ranger - Compliance, Environment, Tourism, Science And Innovation

Queensland Government; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensland Government is seeking a proactive Senior Ranger - Compliance to lead regional compliance and enforcement across marine and land environments. Based in Brisbane with options for Manly or Urangan, you will oversee investigations, build teams and collaborate with First Nations partners and multiple agencies to achieve conservation outcomes.

You will balance field operations, leadership and strategic decision-making while fostering a culture of safety and effectiveness in protecting

Qualifications

• Experience leading compliance, regulatory or enforcement activities.
• Ability to investigate and resolve complex compliance matters.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Sound judgement and decision making in challenging situations.
• Experience collaborating across agencies and with diverse stakeholders.
• Passion for conservation and protecting natural and cultural heritage.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional compliance and enforcement outcomes.
• Mentor and develop a ranger team.
• Collaborate with First Nations partners, Queensland Police and other agencies.
• Oversee strategic planning, investigations and field operations on land and at sea.
• Develop specialist expertise in compliance, investigations and regulatory leadership.
• Contribute to high-profile projects and critical incident responses.
• Balance field operations with leadership and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Compliance leadership

Regulatory enforcement

Investigations

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Team leadership

Decision making

Job description

Join Our Team - Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Region - Southern Marine Operations

Purpose + People = Success

• Purpose - We care for Queensland's natural places by building strong connections with people, wildlife and the landscapes we protect
• People - We are passionate, proud, and driven to be our best, working together to collaborate, innovate and keep each other safe
• Success - We create lasting, positive impact—where nature thrives and communities value and connect with the environment.

The Opportunity: AO5, Senior Ranger - Compliance (Manly or Urangan base)

This is a rare opportunity to step into a leadership role that combines conservation, compliance, people leadership and marine operations across some of Queensland's most spectacular coastal and marine environments.

As Senior Ranger Compliance, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Lead and influence regional compliance and enforcement outcomes that help protect Queensland's nationally and internationally significant marine parks.
• Build and mentor a highly capable team, developing the next generation of ranger leaders.
• Work alongside First Nations partners, Queensland Police, Queensland Boating and Fisheries Patrol, and a diverse range of stakeholders to achieve meaningful conservation outcomes.
• Take on varied and rewarding work, from strategic planning and investigations through to field operations on land and at sea.
• Develop specialist expertise in compliance, investigations and regulatory leadership while broadening your operational management experience.
• Contribute to high-profile projects, critical incident responses and complex compliance matters that have a genuine impact on the protection of Queensland's natural and cultural heritage.
• Enjoy a career where no two days are the same, balancing field-based operations, leadership, stakeholder engagement and strategic decision-making.

Why Join Us:

Because here, your work matters. You'll contribute to something bigger—protecting Queensland's natural heritage while building a career filled with variety, adventure, and purpose. Be part of a passionate & supportive regional team that values collaboration, diversity, and safety—on the water and on land.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a proactive and adaptable compliance leader who can balance operational delivery, people leadership and stakeholder engagement with:

• Demonstrated experience leading compliance, regulatory or enforcement activities.
• The ability to investigate, assess and resolve complex compliance matters.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Sound judgement and the ability to make informed decisions in challenging situations.
• Experience working collaboratively across agencies and with diverse community and industry stakeholders.
• A passion for conservation and protecting Queensland's natural and cultural heritage.

Most importantly, we're looking for someone who can lead from the front, foster a positive team culture, and confidently manage the unique challenges and opportunities that come with protecting the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/706365/26
Closing Date: Wednesday, 18 November 2026

AO5, Senior Ranger - Compliance, Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation Brisbane - East, Australia