Fire Management Leader & Team Coach

Queensland Government; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensland Government's Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation (DETSI) is seeking a Principal Ranger (Fire) to lead a dedicated fire management team, protecting Queensland's landscapes, communities and natural values. The role provides strategic leadership, staff coaching, and oversight of large-scale fire programs in collaboration with stakeholders and emergency services.

You will drive long-term fire management strategies, support workforce wellbeing, and navigate

Qualifications

• Experience leading fire management teams and programs.
• Ability to coach and develop staff with a focus on wellbeing.
• Strong collaboration with Traditional Owners, emergency services and partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead a fire management team and oversee large-scale fire programs.
• Provide strategic leadership and workforce performance management.
• Shape long-term fire management strategies and adapt to operational challenges.
• Develop staff through coaching and mentoring to build high-performing teams.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and Traditional Owners to protect landscapes and communities.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic thinking

Job description

Queensland Government's Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation (DETSI) is seeking a Principal Ranger (Fire) to lead a dedicated fire management team, protecting Queensland's landscapes, communities and natural values. The role provides strategic leadership, staff coaching, and oversight of large-scale fire programs in collaboration with stakeholders and emergency services.

You will drive long-term fire management strategies, support workforce wellbeing, and navigate