Ranger – Parks & Conservation: Field Ops & Emergencies

Parks Victoria; Mildura; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Parks Victoria is seeking a motivated Ranger in Mildura to manage parks, reserves and public land across the Mildura area. The role covers visitor management, conservation works, asset maintenance, and emergency response operations.

You will inspect facilities, operate machinery, engage with stakeholders including Traditional Owners, and contribute to restoration projects. Applicants with field skills and safe-work practices are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in parks, conservation or natural resource management.
• Strong practical and hands-on operational skills.
• Ability to work safely in remote environments.
• Experience maintaining visitor facilities and assets.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience operating machinery or equipment.
• Collaborative and inclusive team player.
• Sound judgement and initiative for improvements.
• Ability to engage with park users and public.
• Qualifications in environmental/land management or related trade.

Responsibilities

• Manage parks, reserves and public land across the Mildura district.
• Deliver visitor management and conservation works.
• Maintain assets and infrastructure.
• Coordinate emergency response and incident support.
• Engage with stakeholders and Traditional Owners.
• Inspect visitor facilities and road/track networks.
• Conduct pest plant and animal control programs.

Skills

Parks experience

Hands-on operations

Remote environment work

Visitor facilities maintenance

Stakeholder engagement

Machinery operation

Team collaboration

Safety and judgement

Environmental/land management

Education

Environmental science / land management

Job description

Parks Victoria is seeking a motivated Ranger in Mildura to manage parks, reserves and public land across the Mildura area. The role covers visitor management, conservation works, asset maintenance, and emergency response operations.

You will inspect facilities, operate machinery, engage with stakeholders including Traditional Owners, and contribute to restoration projects. Applicants with field skills and safe-work practices are encouraged to apply.