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Are you ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role in one of Queensland's most picturesque locations? As an OO4 Ranger at Paluma Range National Park, you'll support the Ranger-in-Charge in delivering a diverse and impactful work program. This is more than just a ranger role – it's a chance to contribute meaningfully to people, nature, and the community.

This position requires you to assist the Ranger in Charge with strong leadership, communication, people management, and cultural diversity skills and experience.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting with park infrastructure maintenance, managing budgets and capital works programs, overseeing team dynamics, staff development, and training, and delivering high-quality administration and reporting functions.
• Carrying out park management duties including plant operation, resource management, project management, fire management, weed and pest control, and infrastructure development.
• Assisting with the development and implementation of annual work programs for recreation and infrastructure, including resource allocation within limited budgets.
• Performing compliance and enforcement tasks, assisting with investigations, and ensuring permit compliance.
• Engaging with the public through enquiries, advice, patrols, and stakeholder liaison.
• Following emergency response procedures for natural disasters, wildfires, search and rescue, and medical emergencies.
• Supervising staff, students, and volunteers, and implementing workplace health and safety, performance management, and EEO principles.
• Undertaking administrative duties such as maintaining records and procurement.
• Promoting a workplace culture that supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and contributes to better outcomes for First Nations Australians.

This role suits someone who thrives on variety, embraces responsibility, and has a passion for leadership and conservation. If you're ready to advance your career in a pristine environment, apply now

Applications remain current for 12 months.

Occupational group: Primary Industry & Environment

Seniority level: Not Applicable

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Other

Industries: Government Administration

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