Overview
Department of Environment, Science and Innovation
Queensland Parks & Wildlife Service & Partnerships
Salary: $80,068 – $87,790 pa. + super, and allowances
Permanent, Full-time position
VRN: QLD/611126/24
Seeking an energetic and enthusiastic permanent operational ranger for the Southern Mulga Work Unit located at Currawinya National Park
The OO5 Ranger works under the Ranger in Charge Currawinya and assists in leading the delivery of operational work programs within the Southern Mulga work unit, which includes Currawinya, Lake Bindegolly and Binya national parks. The position mentors a small team that works collaboratively with park neighbours, First Nations partners, researchers and key stakeholders to achieve park management objectives and conservation outcomes.
The position is responsible for the maintenance of park infrastructure, such as boundary fences, camping areas and park access tracks; and undertakes some administrative and reporting functions. A key focus of this role is undertaking roads maintenance/construction, Heavy Plant maintenance and building maintenance as well as other natural resource management projects. A reasonable degree of physical fitness is required for this position.
Given the remote nature of the work unit, it is essential that the OO4 Ranger is self-sufficient, has practical skills, uses initiative, can be resourceful and is comfortable being isolated for extended periods.
Accommodation is provided at the Currawinya National Park ranger base.
For a copy of the Position Description and to Apply visit: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-611126-24.
Enquiries to Shellie Cash, Phone: 07 4655 4001. Job Ad Reference: QLD/611126/24.
Closing date: Thursday, 9 January 2025.
