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Northern Parks & Forests Regional Operations; Management & Operations; Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service & Partnerships; Longreach
Temporary OO6 Ranger, Rangelands
This job is diverse and collaborative and offers a mix of office and field-based work, with a particular focus on the delivery of conservation management priorities.
Undertake a hands-on leadership role on the recently acquired Rangelands properties near Longreach in central western Queensland. Lead the planning and delivery of operational programs including asset related tasks. This is a great opportunity to continue to grow and increase your knowledge in natural resource management and conservation.
If you have good knowledge of conservation and natural resource management principles, strong land management skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects and day to day responsibilities concurrently, then this is the job for you.
Don't miss the opportunity!
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Primary Industry & Environment |
| Classification | OO6 |
| Workplace Location | Central West Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/672153/25 |
| Closing date | 05-Jan-2026 |
| Job duration | 6 months with possible extension |
| Contact person | Phil Bourke |
| Contact details | Phone: 0428 710 849 Access the National Relay Service |
Live and work on one of Queensland's newest western parks!
Based in Longreach, the OO6 Ranger leads and coordinates the planning and delivery of operational work programs within the recently acquired Rangelands properties. The position is required to work collaboratively with park neighbours, First Nations partners, researchers and key stakeholders.
Good communication and administrative skills are essential for this position.
Properties within the management unit are remote and may become isolated from time to time. Confidence and practical skills are required to work and live in regional and isolated settings.
A reasonable degree of physical fitness is required for this role.
As OO6 Ranger you will:
• manage the day-to-day operations
• undertake asset, visitor, fire and pest management activities
• develop and implement operational plans consistent with business plans, strategies, policies and procedures
• manage and supervise contractors and visitors
• collaborate with colleagues, experts and researchers with respect to species management
• manage the allocated budget and expenditure within timeframes
• undertake projects to achieve set operational and conservation objectives
• ensure the safety of contractors and visitors
• respond to critical incidents
• implement and enforce legislation administered by the Department
• establish partnerships that assist operations and achieve objectives and outcomes of the regional business plan
• work with and learn from First Nations partners to jointly achieve stronger outcomes for Country and people
• communicate regularly with stakeholders and visitors to create a greater understanding and appreciation of the Department and its role
• negotiate with neighbours and other stakeholders to resolve local land management issues
• perform other assigned duties at the classification level within your competence and training.
Accommodation in Longreach may be negotiated.
Contact the panel chair to seek further information about the role.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/672153/25
Closing Date: Monday, 05 January 2026
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