Foreshore Ranger

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 – Apollo Bay VIC

The Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority is responsible for protecting and managing one of Australia’s most iconic coastal landscapes. We care for parks, reserves and marine environments along the Great Ocean Road, including internationally recognised visitor sites. Working closely with Traditional Owners, communities and stakeholders, we protect environmental, cultural and heritage values while supporting sustainable visitation and long‑term conservation.

Join the Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority as a Foreshore Ranger based in Apollo Bay. In this hands‑on role, you'll help maintain and enhance some of Victoria's most iconic coastal reserves, beaches, parks and visitor facilities.

Working as part of a small, dedicated team, you'll undertake a variety of maintenance, landscaping and infrastructure tasks that support safe, clean and enjoyable experiences for visitors and local communities. This role offers the opportunity to work outdoors, contribute to environmental stewardship and play a key part in protecting the unique coastal assets of the Great Ocean Road region.

The Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority is responsible for protecting and managing one of Australia’s most iconic coastal landscapes. We care for parks, reserves and marine environments along the Great Ocean Road, including internationally recognised visitor sites. Working closely with Traditional Owners, communities and stakeholders, we protect environmental, cultural and heritage values while supporting sustainable visitation and long‑term conservation.

What you'll do?

• 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 professionally 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

Please note: This role requires weekend work during peak visitation periods, including Christmas and Easter, with limited annual leave availability during these times. Penalty rates may apply in accordance with the applicable Enterprise Agreement.

What we're looking for?

• Demonstrated experience in grounds maintenance, land management, facilities maintenance, trades or a related field
• A trade qualification, certificate or diploma relevant to foreshore operations/land management.
• Practical experience and certificates foroperating plant, machinery and equipment safely, eg Chainsaw, safe chemical use etc.
• Sound maintenance and problem‑solving skills with a hands‑on approach to work
• Good communication skills and the ability to engage positively with a broad range of people
• Comfortable using email, mobile applications and digital devices for day‑to‑day work activities
• Ability to work effectively as part of a small team and contribute to a positive workplace culture
• Current First Aid qualification (or willingness to obtain)
• Current Australian Driver's Licence
• Ability to obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencement.

Everyone is welcome at the Authority

Here at the Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority we are committed to creating a workforce that is diverse and is inclusive of all. We value and embrace the various experiences and perspectives people may have, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we work and live and all First Nations peoples, and we pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

Applications close 11.59pm, Monday 16 November.