Ranger In Charge, Environment, Tourism, Science And Innovation

Queensland Government; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensland Government's Parks and Wildlife Service in Brisbane North invites you to join a collaborative team as Ranger in Charge to conserve and maintain the network of national and conservation parks. The role focuses on guiding a small team of rangers and contractors to deliver outcomes for the environment and community.

The ideal candidate brings experience in fire management, pest control, compliance and asset management, plus a commitment to engaging with First Nations people and

Qualifications

• Hold an unrestricted manual driver's license.
• Experience in fire management, pest control, compliance and asset management.
• Ability to undertake a varied work program including physical activities.

Responsibilities

• Conserve and maintain the network of national and conservation parks in the Brisbane region.
• Lead small teams of rangers and contractors to deliver outcomes.
• Collaborate with partners and stakeholders to achieve environmental and community goals.
• Promote inclusive workplace culture that supports First Nations people and stakeholders.

Skills

Team leadership

Physical fitness

Policy knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

First Nations engagement

Job description

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.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/703743/26

Closing Date: Friday, 23 October 2026

Ranger in Charge, Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation • Brisbane - North, Australia