Overview
Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation
Queensland Parks & Wildlife Service
Salary: $104,722 – $113,618 pa. + super, and allowances
Permanent, Full-time position
VRN: QLD/691103/26
The Senior Ranger position oversees 13 staff managing 289,866ha of parks. Key tasks are program delivery, budgets, contracts, & stakeholder liaison.
The Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation (DETSI) ensures Queensland’s diverse natural environments are protected for the health and prosperity of current and future generations. In this role, you’ll play a key part in safeguarding some of our most iconic places.
The Ideal Candidate
Displays a passion for protected area management, conservation, and natural resource management. Demonstrates strong leadership, effectively planning, prioritising, and managing multiple programs and tasks across large or dispersed areas.
Builds and maintains effective relationships, supporting, supervising, and sharing skills with a diverse team. Acts with integrity and professionalism, with knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and regulatory frameworks.
Communicates clearly and effectively, tailoring messages to audiences and managing stakeholder expectations.
Has sound knowledge of workplace health and safety, compliance, emergency response, and business management processes (HR, financial, and reporting).
Promotes a culture of safety, equity, diversity, respect, and inclusion.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a respectful workplace that values your development and wellbeing
- Enjoy flexibility, work-life balance, great benefits, and significant development opportunities
- Work with a dynamic team passionate about conservation
For more information, contact the officer listed or refer to the position description.
The Queensland Government is committed to fostering inclusive cultures that respect and promote human rights and diversity in the public sector.
For a copy of the Position Description and to Apply visit: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-691103-26.
Enquiries to Rachael Chapman on 0484 190 874. Job Ad Reference: QLD/691103/26.
Closing date: Friday, 26 June 2026.
