Team Leader Rangers

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?

Working to protect the state's environment and heritage.

• Team Leader Rangers (Clerk Grade 9/10)
• Package includes salary $129, $142,665.00, employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
• Ongoing Full-time role available
• Role located in Queanbeyan

About the role

The Team Leader Rangers reports directly to the Area Manager and is regarded a senior management role within the Area having significant influence in achieving conservation and community outcomes. The Team Leader Rangers must have very strong communication skills to ensure information flow, planning and reporting is accurate, free flowing and timely. This role leads a team of professional Rangers and is responsible for assisting with the development of strategic operational plans, developing and maintaining a wide range of industry and community professional relationships and setting clear workplans for the Ranger team in order to achieve the agency's goals.

This role belongs to the Southern Ranges Branch. The Branch manages 98 parks and reserves, including Kosciuszko National Park, the largest park in New South Wales. From the tablelands of the Monaro Plain to the high-altitude alpine areas of Kosciuszko and Brindabella national parks, our branch covers one of the most geographically and biologically diverse areas in the state.

The role is highly diverse which is mainly office based however some field work is required regularly to support your team. The TLR is expected to have a broad understanding of all the Area's projects and be able to provide high level advice and support to the Rangers who directly report to them as well as the rest of the Area management team and the Branch management team.

About You

We are looking for individuals who are passionate about conservation, land management and working collaboratively. Your project planning skills will be key in juggling and meeting competing priorities, while your ability to motivate and influence your team will be the key to achieving outcomes in a busy and changing environment. To be successful in the role, you will also have:

• strong leadership, facilitation and negotiation skills
• the ability to juggle competing priorities to meet deadlines
• a high attention to detail and great communication skills
• expert project planning skills and discipline to ensure due process is followed
• sound IT capabilities, particularly in databases, common MS Office software and some GIS experience
• industry experience including environmental assessment skills.

Essential requirements:

• Current Australian Class C Drivers licence or equivalent.

This is a physically active role suited to candidates of all genders who are fit, enjoy working outdoors as part of a team, and are eager to learn and develop the skills and qualifications needed to contribute toward improving and maintaining some of NSW's most precious natural places. Applicants must meet the requirements of a firefighting medical which is inclusive of a clearance to undertake frontline firefighting roles. The applicant must pass the task based fitness assessment to a moderate level within the probationary period (up to 12 months) and annually thereafter.

The role holder must obtain certification at the appropriate level prior to undertaking firefighting/incident control duties.

For more information read the full Role Description: Team Leader Rangers

Who we are

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state's environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.

DCCEEW conserves and protects the state's natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.

DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.

What we can offer you

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is a great place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge.

• Accrued days off in addition to Annual Leave
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport
• Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training.

What we do

About NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service

Visit a park

Southern Ranges Branch Overview

To Apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close – Tuesday, 9 September 2025 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Amanda Blyth via

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

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