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Southern Parks & Forests Regional Operations; Management & Operations; QPWS & Partnerships; Toowoomba (2 positions) and Roma (1 position)
The South-West Region's Fire Team comprises specialist staff who lead a strategic approach to landscape fire management across the region. The team operates through Operations, Planning and Support.
Two roles are within the Operations function, based in Roma & Toowoomba respectively. These positions benefit from demonstrated expertise in landscape-scale bushfire management. Equally important are strong project management capabilities. These roles will lead complex planned burns within their operational areas & support similar activities across the region.
The third position is based in Toowoomba & falls under the Support function. This role provides logistical & technical fire-related support to the team & the broader region. This position places a premium on administrative, project management, & systems-management skills.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Primary Industry & Environment |
| Classification | OO6 |
| Workplace Location | Toowoomba region,South West Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/667018/25 |
| Closing date | 13-Nov-2025 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Bruce Higham |
| Contact details | Ph: 0438 030 258 Access the National Relay Service |
Everyone at our Department recognises the importance of a healthy environment.
The Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation (DETSI) contributes to ensuring some of our most diverse natural environments are maintained for the health and prosperity of current and future generations. In this role, you'll play a key role in driving the protection of our most wonderful places.
The Ideal Candidate:
· Displays a keen interest in Fire Management.
· Demonstrated ability to coordinate and leading prescribed burning, fuel reduction and wildfire responses.
· Demonstrated expertise in landscape-scale bushfire management (operational positions).
· Demonstrated strong project and systems-management skills (support position).
· Exhibits strong organisational skills and the capacity to handle multiple tasks with precision.
· Ability to support and share skills with a diverse group of people.
Why Join Us?
· Be a part of a respectful workplace that values your development and wellbeing.
· Enjoy fantastic flexibility, benefits, work life balance, significant development opportunities!
· Enjoy the chance to work with a dynamic team that is passionate about Fire.
We encourage you to find out more about this role by contacting the contact officer and further information can be found in the role description.
The Queensland Government is committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/667018/25
Closing Date: Thursday, 13 November 2025
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
There are three 006 ranger opportunities available:
- Two in Toowoomba.
- One in Roma.
Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply.
Documents
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