Chief Park Ranger - Conservation & Co-Management Lead

I Work For Sa; Hawker; On-site; AUD 97,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidised on-park accommodation

Locality allowance

Flexible working

Superannuation 12%

Job summary

Department for Environment and Water in South Australia is seeking a Ranger in Charge to lead park management at Ikara Flinders Ranges National Park. You will live on-park, manage a dedicated team and collaborate with the Adnyamathanha Traditional Owners through co-management arrangements.

You will drive conservation programs, guide operations, enhance visitor experiences in remote environments, and ensure compliance with policies.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of ecological conservation principles and practical park management.
• Ability to interpret relevant legislation and policy.
• Experience supervising a team and delivering projects within a park context.

Responsibilities

• Lead park management delivery across conservation areas.
• Oversee staff, set operational priorities and guide delivery.
• Collaborate with Traditional Owners through co-management arrangements.
• Drive conservation programs such as species recovery and habitat protection.
• Enhance visitor experiences in a remote natural setting.

Skills

Team leadership

Driver's license (Class C)

4WD operation

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Department for Environment and Water in South Australia is seeking a Ranger in Charge to lead park management at Ikara Flinders Ranges National Park. You will live on-park, manage a dedicated team and collaborate with the Adnyamathanha Traditional Owners through co-management arrangements.

You will drive conservation programs, guide operations, enhance visitor experiences in remote environments, and ensure compliance with policies.