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Northern Parks & Forests Regional Operations, Management & Operations, Queensland Parks and Wildlife Services & Partnerships, Lake Eacham - Yungaburra
Lead the Way in Conservation – Ranger in Charge, Lake Eacham
Step into a leadership role with QPWS&P and help shape the future of Queensland’s protected areas! Based at Lake Eacham, you’ll lead a passionate team of Rangers delivering fire, pest, estate, and visitor management programs across 21 stunning estates in the Southern Tablelands.
From rugged rainforest to high-traffic visitor hubs, no two days are the same.
You’ll oversee restoration projects, manage nursery operations, and collaborate with TREAT volunteers and First Nations partners.
With a strong mix of fieldwork, planning, and public engagement, this role is perfect for a motivated leader ready to tackle remote terrain and drive real conservation outcomes.
If you’ve got the energy, experience, and passion to lead on the frontline—apply now!
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Primary Industry & Environment |
| Classification | OO6 |
| Workplace Location | Cairns region,Far North Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/646611/25 |
| Closing date | 18-Jul-2025 |
| Job duration | Until 30.09.2025 |
| Contact person | Miki Bradley |
| Contact details | Mobile: 0429 565 763 Access the National Relay Service |
Lead Queensland's Natural Legacy – Ranger in Charge, Lake Eacham
Location: Southern Tablelands, Queensland
Agency: Department of Environment, Science and Innovation (DETSI)
Team: Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service and Partnerships (QPWS&P)
Are you ready to lead from the front in one of Queensland's most ecologically rich regions? Join QPWS&P as Ranger in Charge at Lake Eacham and guide a passionate team in protecting and restoring some of the state's most iconic and diverse landscapes. This is your chance to leave a lasting legacy in a region renowned for its natural beauty, biodiversity, and cultural heritage.
About the Role
As Ranger in Charge, you won't just manage protected areas—you'll inspire and guide a team in delivering conservation, land management and visitor services across 21 estates, including National Parks, State Forests, Conservation Parks and Forest Reserves.
You'll lead the strategic delivery of fire, pest, estate and asset management programs, balancing frontline operations with long-term planning. Whether coordinating a hazard reduction burn, overseeing infrastructure upgrades, or guiding restoration works, this role combines leadership, fieldwork and community engagement.
What You'll Do
• Lead and support a team of 8 Rangers delivering core conservation outcomes
• Develop and deliver fire, pest and estate management programs
• Oversee the Lake Eacham nursery and lead vegetation restoration projects
• Work with TREAT (Trees for Evelyn and Atherton Tablelands) volunteers on propagation and planting
• Collaborate with Traditional Owners, local groups, and stakeholders
• Manage budgets, reporting, and ensure compliance with relevant legislation
• Represent QPWS&P in public and regulatory engagements
• Operate and maintain plant and equipment safely and effectively
• Support projects across the broader Northern Region as required
Why This Role is Unique
This role offers the perfect blend of leadership and hands-on conservation in one of Queensland's most scenic environments. The landscape is lush and rugged—remote in parts, physically challenging, and incredibly rewarding. If you enjoy managing people, solving problems, and getting your boots dirty, this is the job for you.
We're Looking for Someone Who:
• Has proven experience in protected area management (fire, pest, estate, and visitor programs)
• Brings strong leadership, supervision, and team-building skills
• Can manage complex work programs and multiple budgets effectively
• Has skills in nursery operations, vegetation restoration, and ecological data collection
• Communicates clearly and engages well with Traditional Owners, communities, and volunteers
• Is physically fit and confident in remote, challenging field conditions
• Models inclusive, respectful, and safety-first leadership in every aspect of the role
Why Join QPWS&P?
• Lead conservation in one of Australia's most biodiverse and scenic regions
• Work with a dedicated team driven by purpose and impact
• Engage in varied work—field-based, technical, strategic and community-focused
• Strengthen partnerships with Traditional Owners and local conservation groups
• Enjoy a role that's physically active, intellectually rewarding and deeply meaningful
Ready to Lead?
If you're ready to step into a leadership role that combines conservation, community, and adventure—apply now and help shape the future of Queensland's protected areas.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Further information
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