Principal Ranger: Conservation & Fire Management

Queensland Government; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility

Work-life balance

Development opportunities

Job summary

Queensland Government seeks a Principal Ranger to lead environment, tourism, science and innovation initiatives in Toowoomba. You will drive fire management and conservation, mentor staff, and build strong relationships with Traditional Owners and emergency services across communities.

Your strategic oversight will guide practical environmental outcomes in a dynamic public-sector setting. This leadership role emphasizes collaboration and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Passion for fire management, conservation and protecting Queensland landscapes.
• Ability to lead, mentor and develop people and create a positive team culture.
• Build relationships with Traditional Owners, emergency services, stakeholders and communities.
• Confidence to handle workforce matters and lead difficult conversations.
• Strategic thinking with focus on practical outcomes in a dynamic setting.

Skills

Fire management

Conservation

Mentoring & development

Stakeholder collaboration

Strategic thinking

Job description

Queensland Government seeks a Principal Ranger to lead environment, tourism, science and innovation initiatives in Toowoomba. You will drive fire management and conservation, mentor staff, and build strong relationships with Traditional Owners and emergency services across communities.

Your strategic oversight will guide practical environmental outcomes in a dynamic public-sector setting. This leadership role emphasizes collaboration and wellbeing.