Principal Ranger, Environment, Tourism, Science And Innovation

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

Everyone at our Department recognises the importance of a healthy environment.

The Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation (DETSI) contributes to ensuring some of our most diverse natural environments are maintained for the health and prosperity of current and future generations. In this role, you'll play a key role in driving the protection of our most wonderful places.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Bring a genuine passion for fire management, conservation and protecting Queensland's unique landscapes.
• Enjoy leading, mentoring and developing people, creating a positive team culture where everyone can thrive.
• Build strong relationships and work collaboratively with Traditional Owners, emergency services, stakeholders and local communities.
• Have the confidence to navigate workforce matters, support staff wellbeing and lead difficult conversations when needed.
• Be a strategic thinker who can see the bigger picture while delivering practical outcomes in a dynamic environment.

Why Join Us?

• Be a part of a respectful workplace that values your development and wellbeing.
• Enjoy fantastic flexibility, benefits, work life balance, significant development opportunities!
• Enjoy the chance to work with a dynamic team that is passionate about conservation.

We encourage you to find out more about this role by contacting the contact officer and further information can be found in the role description.

The Queensland Government is committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Principal Ranger, Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation • Toowoomba, Australia