Land Management Officer

Queensland Government; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensland Government is seeking a Land Management Officer (AO4) to contribute to sustainable state land management across North Queensland. Based in Townsville or Cairns, you will support land management programs that protect natural and cultural values while ensuring legislative compliance.

You will assist with bushfire risk reduction, pest management, and collaborate with stakeholders. The role includes supervising staff, conducting inspections and contributing to emergency response

Qualifications

• Experience in land management, fire management or working with Traditional Owners.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and supervise staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist with bushfire risk reduction and pest species management strategies.
• Oversee and participate in operational programs, inspections and field activities.
• Supervise staff and contractors and coordinate land management outcomes with stakeholders.
• Contribute to emergency response activities and provide customer guidance.
• Mentor and support a safe, effective team environment.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Prioritization

Mentoring

Team leadership

Fire management

Land management

Job description

The State Land Management team is seeking a Land Management Officer (AO4) to contribute to the sustainable management of state land across North Queensland. Based in Townsville or Cairns, you will support the delivery of land management programs that protect natural and cultural values while ensuring compliance with legislative obligations.In this role, you will assist with bushfire risk reduction and pest species management strategies, oversee and participate in operational programs, supervise staff and contractors undertaking field activities, conduct land inspections, and work with stakeholders to coordinate land management outcomes. You will also contribute to emergency response activities, provide advice to customers and stakeholders, and support a safe and effective team environment through mentoring and on-the-job guidance.In this role, you will assist with bushfire risk reduction and pest species management strategies, oversee and participate in operational programs, supervise staff and contractors undertaking field activities, conduct land inspections, and work with stakeholders to coordinate land management outcomes. You will also contribute to emergency response activities, provide advice to customers and stakeholders, and support a safe and effective team environment through mentoring and on-the-job guidance.Success in this role will come from your communication and stakeholder engagement skills, analytical thinking, ability to manage competing priorities and experience supporting operational land management activities. Experience in land management, fire management or working with Traditional Owners will be highly regarded.To applyIf you are interested in relieving in this role, please email your resume and a brief cover letter (1 page) to the contact listed for this role by close of business (COB) 08/10/2026, telling us why you are interested and how your knowledge, 'About you' skills and capabilities complement this role.Why work for us?The Department of Natural Resources and Mines, Manufacturing and Regional and Rural Development (NRMMRRD) plays a critical role in supporting Queenslanders across the state, from Cairns to Mount Isa to Warwick - by delivering strong regional outcomes, fostering local economies, and strengthening government-community partnerships. As stewards of over 60% of Queensland's land and key supporters of industries such as mining and manufacturing, our reach and impact are vast.We are committed to putting our people first - empowering staff, celebrating success, and encouraging innovation. Our workplace is mobile, flexible, inclusive and respectful, and we are focused on growing united, capable leaders. For more information, visit:We offer:Competitive superannuation and salary sacrificing optionsFlexible working options supporting work-life balanceGenerous leave provisions across the Queensland public sectorProfessional career development and training opportunitiesRelocation assistance and provisionsThe chance to help #deliverforqld and be part of Queensland's long-term prosperity.To learn more about the benefits of working with the Department of Natural Resources and Mines, Manufacturing and Regional and Rural Development, visit:Applications to remain current for 12 months.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.