Coastal Foreshore Ranger — Outdoor Grounds & Care

Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority; Apollo Bay; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority is seeking a Foreshore Ranger to work in Apollo Bay, Victoria. The role is outdoors, involving maintenance of foreshore reserves, visitor facilities and related infrastructure, with emphasis on safety and environmental stewardship.

You will perform grounds maintenance, operate equipment, assist with small projects and engage positively with visitors and local stakeholders. Weekend work during peak visitation is required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in grounds maintenance, land management, facilities maintenance, trades or a related field.
• Trade qualification, certificate or diploma relevant to foreshore operations/land management.
• Experience in operating plant and safety certificates for plant and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain foreshore reserves, visitor facilities, amenities and public spaces to high standards.
• Undertake grounds maintenance including mowing, brush cutting, trimming, pruning and litter control.
• Complete minor carpentry, painting, concreting and general repairs to infrastructure and facilities.
• Operate and maintain a range of plant, machinery and equipment.
• Deliver weed control, revegetation, fencing and landscaping activities.
• Assist with track, path and beach access maintenance works.
• Support the delivery of small projects across coastal reserves and caravan parks.
• Assist with community events, site set‑up and pack‑down activities, and beach accessibility programs.
• Engage with visitors, community members, contractors and stakeholders.
• Participate in safety, risk management and team planning activities.
• Contribute to the protection and presentation of the Great Ocean Road's coastal environments.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Land management

Facilities maintenance

Trades

Problem solving

Communication

Digital devices

Team player

First Aid

Australian Driver's Licence

National Police Check

Working with Children Check

Education

Trade qualification

Tools

Chainsaw

Machinery operation

Chemical handling

Job description

Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority is seeking a Foreshore Ranger to work in Apollo Bay, Victoria. The role is outdoors, involving maintenance of foreshore reserves, visitor facilities and related infrastructure, with emphasis on safety and environmental stewardship.

You will perform grounds maintenance, operate equipment, assist with small projects and engage positively with visitors and local stakeholders. Weekend work during peak visitation is required.