Ranger in Charge

Queensland Government; Charleville; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensland Government is seeking a Ranger Team Leader to lead a dedicated team in the Granite Belt, overseeing the stewardship of Girraween National Park and surrounding protected areas.

You will balance conservation priorities with safe, high-quality visitor experiences while fostering a positive team culture and strong stakeholder relationships across diverse communities.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in conservation or protected areas.
• Experience balancing conservation with high visitation parks.
• Ability to build productive stakeholder relationships.
• Strong planning, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Adaptable and resilient with team-building focus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a high-performing ranger team across protected areas.
• Balance conservation priorities with safe, sustainable visitor experiences.
• Deliver operational excellence and risk management.
• Develop strong relationships with staff, Traditional Owners, community groups and partners.

Skills

Leadership

Conservation leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic planning

Risk management

Adaptability

Job description

Rangers protect and manage Queensland's national parks, state forests and reserves, ensuring they remain accessible, sustainable and valued by all Queenslanders.

Lead a dedicated team of Rangers in the Granite Belt, responsible for the stewardship of Girraween National Park and surrounding protected areas, one of Queensland's most iconic visitor destinations. This rewarding leadership role offers the opportunity to drive conservation outcomes, enhance visitor experiences and deliver operational excellence across a landscape renowned for its granite formations, biodiversity and wildflowers. You will balance conservation priorities with safe, sustainable visitor experiences while fostering a positive team culture and strong stakeholder relationships.

Learn More

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

• Displays a keen interest in in conservation, protected area management, and delivering exceptional visitor experiences.
• Demonstrates proven leadership skills, with the ability to lead, motivate and develop a high-performing team in a dynamic operational environment.
• Has experience balancing conservation priorities with the management of high visitation parks and recreation opportunities.
• Builds and maintains productive relationships with staff, Traditional Owners, community groups, tourism operators and other stakeholders.
• Possesses strong planning, problem-solving and decision-making skills, particularly in managing competing priorities and operational risks.
• Is adaptable, resilient and committed to fostering a positive team culture while delivering outstanding outcomes for Queensland's parks and visitors.
• Ability to support and share skills with a diverse group of people

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.

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.

Occupational group Primary Industry & Environment