Ranger in Charge

Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation QLD; Samford Village; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation QLD – Samford QLD is seeking a Ranger in the South East Queensland Region to conserve and maintain the network of national and conservation parks around Greater Brisbane, working with Rangers, contractors and stakeholders to deliver positive outcomes for the environment and community.

The successful applicant will collaborate with a broad network of partners to achieve community and environmental goals.

Qualifications

• Experience in fire management, pest control, asset management and compliance.
• Demonstrated experience leading small teams.
• Sound understanding of the legislation, policies and procedures governing Queensland parks and forests.
• Ability to undertake a varied work program, including physical activities.
• Promote a workplace culture that supports First Nations people and stakeholders.

Skills

Fire management

Pest control

Asset management

Team leadership

First Nations engagement

Job description

Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation QLD – Samford QLD

The Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service has an exciting opportunity available for you to become part of a collaborative team helping to conserve and maintain the network of national and conservation parks of Greater Brisbane. As rangers within the South East Queensland Region you will work with other Rangers, contractors and a range of partners and stakeholders in delivering positive outcomes for the environment and community.

The only mandatory requirement for the occupant of this position is to hold an unrestricted manual driver's license, however the ideal candidate will have:

• Experience in fire management, pest, compliance and asset management
• Demonstrated experience leading small teams
• Sound understanding of the legislation, policies and procedures governing Queensland parks and forests.
• Ability to undertake a varied work program, including physical activities
• Promote a workplace culture that supports and benefits First Nations people and stakeholders.

What's in it for you?

• Enjoy a varied and interesting work program where no two days are the same.
• Join a supportive high-performing team with a positive culture and inspiring leadership!
• Enjoy fantastic flexibility, benefits, work life balance, significant development opportunities!
• You'll experience so much here. For most of us, it starts with our wonderful people and the rich, diverse perspectives they bring. They're dedicated, passionate and curious professionals. We’re all different, and those differences are what make us great.

We offer rewarding career opportunities and pride ourselves on providing a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance.

We encourage you to find out more about this role by reading the further information provided in the role description, and by contacting the contact officer for any further details.

Applications to remain current for 12 months. Job Ad Reference: QLD/703743/26 Closing Date: Friday, 23 October 2026