Regional Fire Operations & Preparedness Ranger

Queensland Government; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensland Government is seeking an AO5 Senior Ranger (Fire Support) in Townsville to lead regional fire management activities, coordinate logistics, and support preparedness and operational readiness across Central Region.

The role blends field and office duties, strengthening partnerships with QPWS&P, the Queensland Fire Department and First Nations communities while delivering continuous improvement in fire operations.

Qualifications

• Fire management or emergency management experience.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure.
• Sound organisational, planning and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to workplace health and safety, including physical and psychological wellbeing.
• Initiative, self-motivation and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience using administrative, reporting and computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating regional fire preparedness, capability and operational support activities.
• Supporting planned burning operations and bushfire response across the Region.
• Assisting with fire logistics, equipment management, workforce coordination and deployment support.
• Supporting Regional Coordination Centre readiness and emergency response arrangements.
• Maintaining fire management systems, records, reporting and operational documentation.
• Contributing to training, exercising, lessons management and continuous improvement activities.
• Building productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support fire management outcomes.
• Providing advice and support to regional staff on fire management planning and operational readiness.

Education

Tertiary qualifications in fire management or related field

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

Queensland Government is seeking an AO5 Senior Ranger (Fire Support) in Townsville to lead regional fire management activities, coordinate logistics, and support preparedness and operational readiness across Central Region.

The role blends field and office duties, strengthening partnerships with QPWS&P, the Queensland Fire Department and First Nations communities while delivering continuous improvement in fire operations.