Foreshore Ranger - Apollo Bay

Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority; Warrnambool; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority in Warrnambool seeks a Foreshore Ranger based in Apollo Bay to help maintain coastal reserves, beaches, parks and visitor facilities.

This hands-on, outdoors role covers landscaping, repairs and environmental stewardship, with weekend shifts during peak visitation periods and compliance with enterprise standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in grounds maintenance or land management.
• Trade qualification or diploma in foreshore operations.
• Plant and machinery operation certificates (e.g., chainsaw).
• Hands-on problem-solving and practical approach.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Current First Aid, valid Australian Driver's Licence.
• Ability to obtain National Police Check and WWC.

Responsibilities

• Maintain foreshore reserves, beaches, parks and facilities.
• Undertake grounds maintenance: mowing, trimming, litter control.
• Assist with track and beach access maintenance.
• Support small projects and site set-up for events.
• Engage with visitors, contractors and stakeholders.
• Follow safety and risk management procedures.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Land management

Trades experience

Plant & machinery operation

Problem solving

Communication

First Aid

Driver's Licence

Education

Trade qualification / diploma in foreshore operations

Tools

Chainsaw

Safe chemical use

Plant operation certificates

Job description

Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority – Warrnambool VIC

Full time

6d ago , from Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority

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.

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.

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

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 for operating 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.

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.

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.

Please include a cover letter and current resume.