Lead Ranger: Reef & Park Infrastructure, Cairns

Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation in Cairns is seeking an OO6 Ranger to lead the infrastructure and asset management across Far North Queensland, directing a team of up to 10 Rangers and turning plans into tangible outcomes.

You'll manage project delivery, drive practical improvements to park facilities and services, and collaborate with communities, government agencies and Traditional Owners.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and ability to motivate and support a team.
• Strong planning, project coordination and resource management skills.
• Practical problem-solving and an understanding of infrastructure, assets and maintenance.
• Ability to build productive relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Inspire, support and develop a ranger team to deliver meaningful results.
• Own infrastructure and asset programs from priorities to delivery.
• Deliver improvements to park facilities, visitor infrastructure, assets and services.
• Balance project planning with hands-on fieldwork and park management activities.
• Build partnerships with Traditional Owners, communities and agencies.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Project coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Adaptability

Job description

The Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation in Cairns is seeking an OO6 Ranger to lead the infrastructure and asset management across Far North Queensland, directing a team of up to 10 Rangers and turning plans into tangible outcomes.

You'll manage project delivery, drive practical improvements to park facilities and services, and collaborate with communities, government agencies and Traditional Owners.