Regional Fire Operations Ranger

Queensland Government; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Queensland Government's Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service Central Region Fire Team is seeking an AO5 Senior Ranger (Fire Support) to lead fire management capability, logistics, preparedness and operational readiness across Central Region.

You will help plan and coordinate fire management programs and support workforce capability, fire operations and incident readiness while fostering partnerships with stakeholders, including QPWS&P, the Queensland Fire Department and First Nations

Qualifications

• Fire management or emergency management experience.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple priorities and work under pressure.
• Willingness to travel and participate in bushfire response activities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate regional fire preparedness, capability and operational support across the region.
• Support planned burning operations and bushfire response activities.
• Assist with fire logistics, equipment management and workforce deployment.
• Support Regional Coordination Centre readiness and emergency arrangements.
• Maintain fire management systems, records and reporting.
• Contribute to training, exercising and continuous improvement.

Skills

Fire management experience

Strong communication

Planning and coordination

Working under pressure

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

The Queensland Government's Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service Central Region Fire Team is seeking an AO5 Senior Ranger (Fire Support) to lead fire management capability, logistics, preparedness and operational readiness across Central Region.

You will help plan and coordinate fire management programs and support workforce capability, fire operations and incident readiness while fostering partnerships with stakeholders, including QPWS&P, the Queensland Fire Department and First Nations