Ranger

Victorian Government; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Parks Victoria is seeking a Ranger at Yarra Bend to deliver on-ground conservation, visitor management, and asset maintenance within a collaborative team. The role focuses on protecting natural and cultural values while supporting park visitors in Melbourne’s northern suburbs.

You will contribute to conservation programs, infrastructure maintenance, compliance activities and community engagement, with weekend work and some long-distance driving as required.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications in environmental science, natural resource management, conservation or land management.
• Experience delivering routine and moderately complex on-ground services as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Teamwork and integrity, accountability and professionalism.
• Problem-solving and ability to identify operational improvements.
• Experience working with the public, volunteers and park users.
• Current Victorian driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver on-ground land, conservation, infrastructure, asset and visitor management services and projects.
• Contribute to safe work practices and effectively identify and manage operational risks.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to a safe, respectful and inclusive team environment.
• Engage with the community, Traditional Owners, volunteers and park users.
• Apply judgement and initiative to resolve operational issues and identify improvements.
• Contribute to fire, emergency management and compliance operations as required.

Skills

Environmental science

Natural resource management

Conservation

Outdoor education

Community engagement

Driver's license

Education

Environmental science or related field

Job description

Occupation: Land, asset, resources and facilities management

Location: Melbourne - Northern suburbs

Reference: VG/1000584YBR

Join Parks Victoria as a Ranger at Yarra Bend and help protect and manage Victoria's parks while creating positive experiences for visitors. Deliver hands‑on conservation, visitor, asset and land management activities as part of a collaborative team.

• Deliver hands‑on conservation and park management at Yarra Bend
• Protect natural and cultural values while supporting park visitors
• Enjoy varied outdoor work as part of a collaborative Ranger team

About Parks Victoria

At Parks Victoria, we're passionate about connecting people with nature and protecting some of Victoria's most treasured landscapes. We're seeking a motivated Ranger to join our team at Yarra Bend and contribute to the on‑ground management, protection and enjoyment of Victoria's parks and reserves.

We offer:

• Meaningful work that supports communities and the environment.
• A collaborative and supportive team culture.
• Opportunities to develop your skills across a diverse range of park management activities.
• The opportunity to work directly with communities, Traditional Owners, volunteers and park users.
• Varied, hands‑on work across conservation, visitor and asset management.

The Opportunity

As a Ranger at Yarra Bend, you'll play an important role in delivering on‑ground services and projects that protect our parks and provide positive experiences for visitors.

Working as part of a collaborative team, you'll contribute to conservation programs, visitor management, infrastructure and asset maintenance, compliance activities and community engagement. You'll use your knowledge, judgement and initiative to address operational issues and identify opportunities to improve how park services and projects are delivered.

This is a varied, hands‑on opportunity where no two days are the same, giving you the chance to contribute directly to the protection and management of Victoria's natural and cultural values.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver on‑ground land, conservation, infrastructure, asset and visitor management services and projects.
• Contribute to safe work practices and effectively identify and manage operational risks.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to a safe, respectful and inclusive team environment.
• Engage constructively with the community, Traditional Owners, volunteers, park users and other stakeholders.
• Apply sound judgement and initiative to resolve operational issues and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Contribute to fire, emergency management and compliance operations as required and following appropriate training.

About You

You are a practical and collaborative team member who enjoys working outdoors and contributing to positive outcomes for parks, visitors and communities. You bring strong communication skills, sound judgement and the ability to take responsibility for delivering quality work safely and on time.

You'll bring:

• Relevant qualifications and/or skills in areas such as environmental science, natural resource management, conservation and land management, outdoor education, community engagement or a relevant trade.
• Experience delivering routine and moderately complex on‑ground services and projects under general supervision and as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated teamwork and a commitment to integrity, accountability and professionalism.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to identify and implement operational improvements.
• Experience working constructively with members of the public, volunteer groups and park users.
• A current Victorian driver's licence.

The role may involve weekend and rostered work, remote work, long‑distance driving and physically demanding activities.

Your application will need to include:

• A Current Resume
• A Cover Letter

Application Close date:Wednesday 28th of October 2026

To be eligible for employment at Parks Victoria you must be legally entitled to work in Australia.

Parks Victoria is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. If you are selected for an interview and require any adjustments or support throughout the recruitment process, please contact the person listed above so we can assist you.

Employment Requirements

Parks Victoria is committed to child safety and has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children, in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards. All prospective employees will undergo a National Police Record Check and require a Working with Children Check prior to commencing employment.

The position description confirms that police and Working with Children checks form part of the selection process.

Applications close Wednesday 28 October 2026 at 11.59pm