Field Ranger — Park Operations & Conservation

Queensland Parks & Wildlife Service; Eungella; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensland Parks & Wildlife Service in Eungella National Park is seeking a Temporary OO4 Ranger to contribute to the management of the Mackay region's natural wonders and cultural treasures. You will implement the work unit's plans under the Ranger in Charge.

You will supervise field staff, operate and maintain equipment, conduct planned burns, manage pest plants and animals, and support infrastructure, compliance, and procurement tasks in a dynamic field setting.

Qualifications

• Practical skills in operating and maintaining tools and equipment.
• Experience supervising field staff.
• Ability to perform compliance activities and record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain park tools and equipment.
• Manage pest plants and animals in the park.
• Conduct planned burns and wildfire suppression.
• Maintain park infrastructure and assets.
• Manage small projects and procurement.
• Support natural and cultural resource management and compliance.

Skills

Field supervision

Equipment operation & maintenance

Pest plant & animal management

Planned burns & wildfire suppression

Record-keeping & procurement

Tools

Tools & equipment operation

Park infrastructure maintenance tools

Job description

Queensland Parks & Wildlife Service in Eungella National Park is seeking a Temporary OO4 Ranger to contribute to the management of the Mackay region's natural wonders and cultural treasures. You will implement the work unit's plans under the Ranger in Charge.

You will supervise field staff, operate and maintain equipment, conduct planned burns, manage pest plants and animals, and support infrastructure, compliance, and procurement tasks in a dynamic field setting.