Capital Works and Asset Management Role within DETSI's Northern Region Join the Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation (DETSI) as a Senior Ranger where your expertise in capital works and asset management programs will lead the coordination of the Northern Region's construction initiatives. This pivotal role includes planning and executing capital works, managing the Construction Team, and engaging in complex project management and procurement processes. Lead the charge in ensuring DESI's infrastructure projects meet high standards and contribute substantially to the preservation of Queensland's natural beauty and heritage.

Job details

Senior Ranger: Drive Capital Works and Construction Projects for Queensland's Protected Areas.

The Northern Region is seeking a highly skilled Senior Ranger to take on a critical role in overseeing capital works and asset management programs. As the lead of the Construction Team, you will hold the reins of project management, from initial planning to completion, ensuring that each project aligns with regional priorities and adheres to established standards.

Your responsibilities will encompass managing the regional capital works program, monitoring budget allocations and expenditures, and crafting strategic annual work programs focused on capital and construction projects. Your stewardship will keep construction projects on track, fostering precision and accountability through meticulous record-keeping and reporting.

Beyond project execution, your role will also entail developing project briefs, offering technical advice, and leading procurement processes to secure materials and contractor services. Effective contract management will be key to timely project completion. Additionally, supporting regional staff in utilising asset management databases and applications will form part of your mandate.

With a significant focus on geographically dispersed team management, you will also be responsible for setting priorities, allocating resources, and building robust relationships with an array of stakeholders, including traditional owners and the public. Your role in planning and managing emergency response and facilitating recovery after natural disasters is also crucial to the resilience of our protected areas.

The ideal candidate for this Senior Ranger position will have a comprehensive understanding of project management principles, particularly within the construction industry. You will demonstrate adaptability, exceptional communication skills, and proficiency in managing diverse teams and projects over a large geographic area. Your ethical professionalism, combined with a solid grasp of conservation and natural resource management principles, will be key in fulfilling the objectives of DETSI.

By fostering workplace equity and diversity, you'll champion the department's culture of innovation, respect, and inclusion, and enhance the involvement and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Your role will not only uphold environmental sustainability but also secure the social and cultural vitality that is vital to Queensland's future. If your ambition is to impact Queensland's natural environment positively and join a team of dedicated professionals, apply for this exceptional Senior Ranger role.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Further information

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