Temporary OO5 Ranger (Fire Support)

Join the fire team in Central Region. Support operational work units in the delivery of the fire management program. Facilitate training and procurement of firefighting resources. Manage equipment for regional fire readiness. Organise logistics and excel in communication.

If you enjoy the challenges this position will bring or would like to expand your current skillset, we encourage you to submit an application.

Job details

You will report directly to the Senior Ranger to support delivery of the Region's fire management program.

Working collaboratively with other Rangers, stakeholders, you will support fire training, procurement, contract management, administration, coordination, maintenance and allocation of Central Region's fire, aviation and communications specific equipment, planned burns and incident response logistics function. Great communication and administration skills are essential to the role.

Working in a dynamic team, you will be required to travel regularly to other locations.

To join our team as a OO5 Ranger, you must have the following skills:

• supervisory experience
• an ability to work collaboratively with others to plan and deliver annual work programs and projects
• administrative skills - for compiling reports, maintaining records and using computer systems and applications
• human resource management and budget processes
• highly developed communication skills - to respond to client queries, provide advice and carry out park patrols
• confidence undertaking compliance and enforcement activities
• ability to establish and maintain relationships with a variety of stakeholders
• experience operating and maintaining plant and equipment (or the ability to rapidly acquire)

This is a great opportunity for those with a positive attitude and the ability to work as a member of a team, and occasionally alone.

Mandatory requirements

It is a mandatory requirement for the occupant of this position to hold an unrestricted manual driver's licence. You will need to provide a copy of your driver's licence, with the original sighted prior to engagement. Employees are required to drive government vehicles, including four-wheel drives as a part of their day-to-day and field work. You do not require tertiary qualifications to undertake this position, however a certificate in Conservation and Land Management or a related discipline will be highly regarded.

To be considered you must provide:

• your current resume of no more than 4 pages
• a short 1-2 page statement that briefly describes why you are the best suited person for this role. Your statement should demonstrate your ability or potential to fulfil the requirements under the “What we are looking for” section.
• a statement outlining how you will contribute to our workforce diversity-noting our department values equity and diversity.
• evidence of the above listed Mandatory Requirements to confirm your eligibility. 

No accommodation is provided for this position.

Applications to remain current for 12 months

Job Ad Reference: QLD/612101/24

Closing Date: Tuesday, 14 January 2025

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• 612101 24 Role Description.1 (Word, 169KB)