Senior Ranger

Everyone at our Department recognises the importance of a healthy environment.
The Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation (DETSI) contributes to ensuring some of our most diverse natural environments are maintained for the health and prosperity of current and future generations. In this role, you'll play a key role in driving the protection of our most wonderful places.
The successful applicant will oversee park management programs, prepare correspondence such as briefing notes, report on programs and budgets, and oversee the preparation and management of contracts. Excellent communication and team skills are a requirement of this position, including the ability to liaise with a wide range of internal and external clients including First Nations groups, to ensure operational programs are successfully implemented.
Refer to the below Working as an AO5 Senior Ranger—Additional Information for an overview of the characteristics and types of work and general behaviour and attitude required of the position.

The Ideal Candidate:
· Displays a keen interest in protected area management
· coordinating and leading prescribed burning, fuel reduction and wildfire response
· Exhibits strong organisational skills and the capacity to handle multiple tasks with precision.
· Ability to support and share skills with a diverse group of people
· Ability to lead and inspire others

Why Join Us?
· Be a part of a respectful workplace that values your development and wellbeing.
· Enjoy fantastic flexibility, benefits, work life balance, significant development opportunities
· Enjoy the chance to work with a dynamic team that is passionate about conservation.

We encourage you to find out more about this role by contacting the contact officer and further information can be found in the position description.
The Queensland Government is committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/638768/25
Closing Date: Friday, 13 June 2025