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Southern Parks & Forests Regional Operations; Management & Operations; Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service & Partnerships; Toowoomba
Rangers play a key role in protecting, maintaining and enhancing Queensland’s national parks, state forests and reserves, ensuring they remain accessible and valued by the community.
This position is part of the South-West Region Fire Management Team and focuses on supporting the delivery of the region’s planned burning program, while contributing to bushfire preparedness and response. A strong understanding of fire management practices, systems and operational procedures is essential, with operational fire management experience highly regarded.
The role supports the on-ground delivery of the region’s fire management program and may involve performing a range of functions during fire operations. Experience working effectively within a small operational team will be highly valued.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Primary Industry & Environment |
| Classification | OO5 |
| Workplace Location | Toowoomba region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/695602/26 |
| Closing date | 07-Aug-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Kasai Hopkinson |
| Contact details | Phone: 0460 018 661 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 and it's contribution to environmental outcomes.
· Ability to support and lead planned burn and bushfire response activities across the South West Region.
· 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 conservation.
Learn more:
We encourage you to find out more about this role by contacting the contact officer and further information can be found in the position 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/695602/26
Closing Date: Friday, 7 August 2026
Further information
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