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Ranger in Charge
Southern Parks & Forests Regional Operations; Management & Operations; Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service & Partnerships; Springbrook
Are you keen to work as a leader of a Ranger team, providing a high level of support in the protection of QLD Parks & Wildlife Service & Partnerships estate —Springbrook plateau, which is part of the Gondwana Rainforests, one of five World Heritage areas in Queensland.
Make a meaningful impact by contributing to the sustainability and conservation of the protected area estates' natural and cultural values.
This unique opportunity will suit a Ranger with strong leadership and people management skills. Don't let this opportunity pass you by!
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Primary Industry & Environment |
| Classification | OO6 |
| Workplace Location | Gold Coast |
| Job ad reference | QLD/616873/25 |
| Closing date | 18-Feb-2025 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Sergio Norambuena |
| Contact details | Phone: 07 5669 2014 Access the National Relay Service |
We're looking for the best suited applicant for the role. We'll do this by assessing your eligibility and your ability to undertake the requirements of the role. We'll also consider your potential to make contributions to the department and how your engagement would support our commitment to equity, diversity, respect and inclusion.
This position requires an applicant who:
• Understands the organisations vision, priorities and business objectives. Leads the planning and development of work programs, projects and team goals in line with organisational priorities. Keeps supervisor informed of issues that may impact on the achievement of work programs.
- Takes responsibility for planning and managing work projects, including human and financial resources, to achieve outcomes. Analyses problems and develops options and solutions. Understand individual and team capabilities and effectively uses available resources to achieve outcomes.
- Builds and sustains productive relationships with team members, customers and stakeholders. Actively listens and values the input of others and works collaboratively. Supports and guides team members in achieving goals, especially during busy or difficult working periods.
- Behaves in an honest, ethical and professional way. Understands legislation, policy, regulatory frameworks and guidelines and is able to explain these to others. Commits to meeting objectives even in difficult circumstances and follows up to ensure issues are finalised.
- Communicates clearly both orally and in writing. Proactively engages with customers to engage, educate and enhance their park experience. Manages expectations of others and negotiates issues credibly and thoughtfully.
- Has strong knowledge and understanding of the principles of conservation and natural resource management as they relate to workplace health and safety, compliance and emergency response. Understands and applies policies and procedures to meet human resource and financial management standards. Understands a range of basic level trade skills with the ability to safely undertake general construction, repairs, and maintenance (where a tradesperson is not required). Applies administrative skills including record-keeping, reporting, using computer applications and equipment relevant to the job.
- Contribution to workplace equity and diversity that enriches our culture of innovation, respect and inclusion.
What's in it for you?
• Enjoy a varied and interesting work program where no two days are the same. Join a supportive high-performing team with a positive culture and inspiring leadership!
- Enjoy fantastic flexibility, benefits, work life balance, significant development opportunities!
- You'll experience so much here. For most of us, it starts with our wonderful people and the rich, diverse perspectives they bring. They're dedicated, passionate and curious professionals. We're all different, and those differences are what make us great.
This role is open to all applicants, however applicants who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander that meet the minimum requirements for the role will be given priority consideration and invited to participate in the next selection activity.
Please note - Housing is available in Springbrook if required by applicant.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/616873/25
Closing Date: Tuesday, 18 February 2025
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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