Ranger (Multiple Vacancies)

Parks Victoria; Ballarat; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Parks Victoria is seeking Rangers to join a newly created team in Bacchus Marsh. You will manage land transitioning from State Forest to national and state parks, protect biodiversity, and deliver quality visitor experiences.

You’ll work under a Ranger Team Leader on a variety of in-park duties and field-based tasks in outdoor environments. Ideal candidates have tertiary qualifications or experience in conservation or land management, with strong teamwork and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or experience in conservation, land management or field-based work.
• Ability to work safely in outdoor and physically demanding environments.
• Practical skills and experience in the maintenance and operation of small power equipment and tools for asset maintenance or the willingness to gain these.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver on-ground works including track and outstation maintenance, road and carpark upkeep and visitor services.
• Contribute to pest plant and animal management and native vegetation care.
• Engage with Traditional Owners and support fire and emergency management planning.
• Support project works and provide safe, high-quality visitor experiences.

Skills

Conservation

Outdoor work safety

Equipment operation

Teamwork & communication

Education

Tertiary qualification in conservation/land management

Job description

Join a newly established team shaping the future of Victoria's newest State Parks

Ongoing opportunities available in beautiful Bacchus Marsh

Make a tangible impact through conservation, visitor experiences and land management

• See our Careers Page for more information what we can offer

Work in a newly created team to manage land transitioning across from State Forest to newly created national and State parks.

Parks Victoria is seeking passionate and skilled Rangers to work in it's newly created team in Bacchus Marsh. Rangers will use their skills and experience to manage, protect and maintain park values and assets, support great visitor experiences and to protect biodiversity. You will be part of a team who deliver in park services as directed by the Ranger Team Leader.

In these roles, we are seeking Rangers that are experienced in project management and Rangers who are experienced in on ground deliver you'll be accountable for the delivery of on-ground works including, but not limited to, track and outstation maintenance, road and carpark maintenance, providing exceptional visitor experiences and supporting project works. You will also be involved in pest plant and animal management, native vegetation management, Traditional Owner engagement, fire and emergency management, visitor engagement,

About Parks Victoria

Parks Victoria's estate attracts more than 100 million visits every year and we are committed to providing accessible, enjoyable, diverse programs and destinations while protecting and enhancing environmental and cultural values.

We're looking for someone with:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or experience in conservation, land management or field-based work.
• Ability to work safely in outdoor and physically demanding environments.
• Practical skills and experience in the maintenance and operation of small power equipment and tools for asset maintenance or the willingness to gain these.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Application Close date: Thursday 20th August 2026

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 to undergo a National Police Record Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencing employment.

We value a culture where everyone can be themselves at work, regardless of background, orientation, age or gender.