OO6 Ranger - Fixed Assets

Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation QLD; Maroochydore; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation QLD in Maroochydore is seeking a conservation professional to support the protection of Queensland's natural environments. You will work with a collaborative team to manage protected areas and drive sustainable land stewardship in a fast-paced government context.

Ideally you have experience in protected area management, strategic planning, and leading small teams, with a strong culture of collaboration and public service.

Qualifications

• Experience in protected area management and strategic planning.
• Demonstrated cultural capability.
• Demonstrated experience leading small teams.

Skills

Protected area mgmt

Strategic planning

Team leadership

Cultural capability

Job description

Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation QLD – Maroochydore QLD

The Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation is committed to protecting and enhancing our natural environment for the benefit of current and future generations. As custodians of one of the world's most diverse ecosystems, we are dedicated to ensuring its ongoing health and sustainability. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting the protection of some of Queensland's most extraordinary natural environments.

About you

We're looking for individuals who are passionate about conservation, land management and working collaboratively to achieve positive outcomes. The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, can effectively manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high standard of work and possess the ability to motivate and influence your team will be key to achieving successful outcomes.

To be successful in the role, you will also have:

• Experience in protected area management and strategic planning.
• Demonstrated cultural capability.
• Demonstrated experience leading small teams.

What's in it for you?

• Join a supportive high-performing team with a positive culture and inspiring leadership!
• Enjoy fantastic flexibility, benefits, work life balance, significant development opportunities!
• Work where you can truly engage your values and sense of purpose to safeguarding the environment for Queenslanders.
• Job satisfaction is high in this role with the license to problem solve, critically think and drive change from within.
• If you are a person that gains a lot from collaboration, troubleshooting and being a change maker there will be a lot of upshot to this role.

You’ll experience so much here. For most of us, it starts with our wonderful people and the rich, diverse perspectives they bring. They’re dedicated, passionate and curious professionals. We’re all different, and those differences are what make us great.

Applications will remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/699256/26

Closing Date: Thursday, 10 September 2026