Lead Ranger - Marine Compliance & Field Ops (Whitsundays)

Queensland Government; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensland Government is seeking an OO5 Ranger to lead a small team across the Whitsundays, delivering hands-on conservation, visitor management and park operations in tropical island and marine environments.

You will coordinate day-to-day tasks, engage with Traditional Owners and operators, undertake vessel-based patrols, weed and pest control, and support fire management while fostering safe, positive visitor experiences across remote island locations.

Qualifications

• Experience leading people in marine/park environments.
• Ability to manage field operations and field teams.
• Willingness to work on remote island locations and in tropical conditions.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small ranger team across the Whitsundays and coordinate day-to-day park operations.
• Deliver hands-on conservation, visitor management and safety within marine and island environments.
• Coordinate vessel-based patrols, weed/pest control, fire management and engagement with Traditional Owners and local communities.

Skills

Team leadership

Marine conservation

Parks management

Outdoor operations

Stakeholder engagement

Safety leadership

Tools

Manual Driver's Licence

Job description

Queensland Government is seeking an OO5 Ranger to lead a small team across the Whitsundays, delivering hands-on conservation, visitor management and park operations in tropical island and marine environments.

You will coordinate day-to-day tasks, engage with Traditional Owners and operators, undertake vessel-based patrols, weed and pest control, and support fire management while fostering safe, positive visitor experiences across remote island locations.