Forest Ranger

Attention all adventure seekers and future land management professionals Are you looking for a tree change with a difference and wanting to learn new skills and experience new things? We are currently seeking a Forest Ranger to take on a contract role with a State Government department for the Toowoomba and Injune regions.

This is a full-time, contract position with the possibility of extension. Reporting to the Forest Ranger In-charge, you would contribute to the management and monitoring of the State’s sustainable forest harvesting operations. Substantial travel and living away from base are a requirement of the position but remote accommodation will be provided.

Paid travel allowance and accommodation will be provided when working away from base.

**Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to**:

- Travelling to rural timber harvesting operations.
- Conducting sales area inspections.
- Sales planning.
- Capturing field information to compile inspection reports.
- Undertaking tree marking and measuring of native timber and forest products (where applicable).
- Monitoring and assessing the performance standards of clients and contractors.
- Liaison with Forest Products stakeholders including clients and their contractors, other Government agency representatives and members of the public.

**To be considered for this role, you must**:

- Hold a current Manual C Class driver's licence.
- Have good understanding of the use of computers, iPads etc and Microsoft 365 software.
- Qualifications for the use of ATV and driving 4WDs will be highly regarded.
- A previous work history in rural areas with similar technical experience.
- Other qualifications or certificates relevant to the technical field role of Forest Ranger.
- Have a positive 'can-do" attitude.
- Approach problem-solving, with a continuous improvement mindset.
- Be a good team player who communicates effectively and is accountable for the work you produce.