Ranger in Charge

1 week ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Environment and Science Full time

This position will be managing general Marine Park operational responsibilities, you will be tasked with coordinating the on ground marine strandings responses and leading a team of rangers to manage projects including public moorings, signage and public infrastructure including a boardwalk.

The role will be involved in the delivery of the dedicated compliance program in the Moreton Bay Marine Park and providing marine park users with educational materials and interpretative resources at local community events.

The position will be required to operate commercial vessels, will also have a general role in on ground operations in the marine park and associated National Park Islands and will work closely with First Nations people in the area.

The Department of Environment and Science (DES) recognises the enormous value a clean environment, innovative society and economy, and vibrant culture makes to Queenslanders' lives.

As a diverse organisation, the department brings together environment, heritage protection, national parks, science and youth affairs functions to help achieve government objectives for a better Queensland.

Staff will be required to travel (including at sea and by light aircraft) and may be required to work in remote locations in a range of varying climatic conditions.

A purpose and a challenge that matter
You'll work hard to preserve and manage the region's marine parks and protected and culturally significant areas. Your important work will ensure Queensland's marine parks can continue to be appreciated by visitors.
Passionate, positive, down to earth people
You'll operate within a fantastic team of people who are truly passionate about natural resource management.

Whether you're out at sea, on an island or back at Ranger base, your manager and the team you lead will be there for you.

Opportunities to learn, discover and grow
You'll learn so much every day as you build on your knowledge of conservation and resource management.

In fact, you'll discover there are significant progression opportunities to fast track your career, due of the breadth of both marine and terrestrial activities you'll undertake and our enviable funding position which allows us to deliver new and exciting projects.

A collaborative, innovative environment
Together, we achieve more. Every team member should play their part to uphold a culture of diversity, safety, inclusion and collaboration. You'll put your hand up to help your colleagues because when one of us wins, we all win.

You'll need:

  • A strong understanding of marine operations, conservation, natural values management
  • A focus on people including workplace health and safety (both physical and psychological)
  • Courageous and ethical leadership, advanced communication skills
  • The ability to form trusted relationships with First Nations partners
  • Organisational, change management and teamwork skills
  • Compliance and enforcement skills
  • Administration, reporting, and computer skills
  • A Coxswain grade 1 NC licence is highly desirable in this role.
  • Hold an unrestricted manual driver's license

To apply:

- your current resume of no more than 4 pages
- a short 1- or 2-page statement that briefly describes why you are the best suited person for this role.

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Applications to remain current for 12 months

Job Ad Reference:
QLD/527364/23

Closing Date:
Thursday, 30 November 2023This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.

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