Together, we create thriving environments, communities, and economies. Are you passionate about protecting and preserving protected areas? Do you like working in amazing and stunning island locations? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

As a Senior Ranger on Minjerribah (North Stradbroke Island), you will be caring for National Parks and Recreation Areas on land owned by the Quandamooka People that are jointly managed by Quandamooka Yoolooburrabee Aboriginal Corporation (QYAC) and the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS).

The primary focus is to provide leadership for the North Stradbroke Island management unit within the Moreton Bay Area of Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) field operations.

Job details

Everyone at our Department recognises the importance of a healthy environment.

The Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation - contributes to ensuring one of the world's most diverse natural environments is 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 one of our most wonderful places.

Working closely with the Manager and Ranger-in-Charge and the Joint Management Coordinator for QYAC, the Senior Ranger will lead a team of rangers based on the Island to ensure delivery of day-to-day management across Naree Budjong Djara National Park (NSI), Teerk Roo Ra National Park (Peel Island) and associated vessel support operations. Both parks are jointly managed under an indigenous joint management framework with the Quandamooka Yoolaburrabee Aboriginal Corporation (QYAC) representing the Quandamooka people and a substantial proportion of the ranger workforce is indigenous identified.

Strong interpersonal skills and a desire to understand and learn indigenous culture is essential. You will work daily with a cross-cultural, multi-agency ranger workforce, collaborating in service delivery across protected areas and supporting community aspirations throughout Quandamooka Country

This is not an entry level position. Demonstrated leadership and natural resource/land management experience is essential to progressing to the next stage of assessment.

This position is based in Goompi (Dunwich) on Minjerribah (North Stradbroke Island). Accommodation is not provided for this position, however, QPWS will cover the cost of passenger ferry transport from the mainland if the successful applicant is unable to secure accommodation on Minjerribah.

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.

We encourage you to find out more about this role by reading the further information provided in the role description, and by contacting the contact officer for any further details.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.             

Job Ad Reference: QLD/689928/26

Closing Date: Friday, 05 June 2026

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.

• 689928 26 Role Description (Word, 622KB)