Ranger Coordinator: Land & Sea Country Lead

Northern Land Council; Minjilang; On-site; AUD 91,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary

15% super

Salary sacrifice

Meal and entertainment benefit

Annual airfare

5 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Northern Land Council seeks an experienced Ranger Coordinator to lead the Caring for Country Garngi Ranger team on Croker Island. You will deliver land and sea country management activities, supervise rangers, and ensure work aligns with Traditional Owner priorities and WHS standards.

The role is based in Minjilang community, Croker Island, involving remote leadership, field operations, and strong cultural collaboration with Traditional Owners on environmental and biodiversity outcomes.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Conservation and Land Management or extensive equivalent practical land management experience.
• Minimum of three years’ supervisory experience, including leading teams and managing WHS.
• Sound computer literacy with MS Office, mapping and GPS use.

Responsibilities

• Lead caring for country ranger team on Croker Island; deliver land and sea country management activities.
• Supervise and mentor rangers; coordinate day-to-day operations and safety.
• Ensure work is delivered in line with Healthy Country Plan and community priorities.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Field leadership

Safety management

GPS mapping

MS Office

Education

Certificate IV in Conservation and Land Management

Tools

GPS

MS Office

Job description

Northern Land Council seeks an experienced Ranger Coordinator to lead the Caring for Country Garngi Ranger team on Croker Island. You will deliver land and sea country management activities, supervise rangers, and ensure work aligns with Traditional Owner priorities and WHS standards.

The role is based in Minjilang community, Croker Island, involving remote leadership, field operations, and strong cultural collaboration with Traditional Owners on environmental and biodiversity outcomes.