Overview

Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation
Queensland Parks & Wildlife Service
Salary: $94,704 – $99,582 pa. + super, and allowances
Permanent, Full-time position
VRN: QLD/669088/25

Lead and coordinate a dispersed team managing parks, forests, fire, and pests. Ensure departmental assets and visitor infrastructure are maintained.

The primary focus of this role is managing Protected Areas (18,257 hectares), including Crows Nest and Ravensbourne National Parks, and State Forests (238,234 hectares) in the Inglewood and Moonie areas. A key priority is ensuring departmental assets and visitor infrastructure are maintained to a high standard.

The position leads a team of rangers responsible for the day-to-day management of parks and forests within the Southern Downs Management Unit. While the successful candidate will participate in general operational ranger activities, the primary focus will be on coordinating and overseeing daily management tasks and strategic projects.

Fire and pest management within State Forests is also a significant component of the role. As the Ranger in Charge (RIC), you will manage a team dispersed across Toowoomba and Inglewood.

The Ideal Candidate:

  • Demonstrates a keen interest in operations management and a proactive approach to achieving outcomes.
  • Has the ability or experience to coordinate and lead a team of rangers in managing parks and delivering strategic projects.
  • Displays strong organisational skills and the capacity to manage multiple tasks efficiently and with attention to detail.
  • Shows a commitment to supporting and sharing skills with a diverse team, fostering collaboration and professional development.

Why Join Us?

  • Be part of a respectful workplace that values your development and wellbeing.
  • Enjoy flexibility, benefits, work-life balance, and significant development opportunities.
  • Work with a dynamic team passionate about conservation.

Find out more about this role by contacting the officer listed in the position description.

For a copy of the Position Description and to Apply visit: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-669088-25.

Enquiries to Andrew Greenwod, Phone: 0428 053 608. Job Ad Reference: QLD/669088/25.

Closing date: Tuesday, 25 November 2025.

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