Ready to take the next step in your leadership career?

Join the Great Sandy Management Unit and thrive in a role where you'll lead compliance operations, support environmental protection and work within some of Australia's most spectacular natural destinations.

Here, your leadership won't just guide a team, it will help safeguard places that matter.

Job details

Nature. Experienced. Valued. Protected.

Join Our Team as a Ranger - Great Sandy Management Unit (OO5 Compliance)

Purpose + People = Success

Purpose - We care for Queensland's natural places by building strong connections with people, wildlife, and the landscapes we protect

People - We are passionate, proud, and driven to be our best, working together to collaborate, innovate and keep each other safe

Success - We create lasting, positive impact—where nature thrives and communities value and connect with the environment.

The Opportunity - Ranger, Great Sandy Marine Park
Join our maritime operations team as a OO5 Ranger - Compliance and help manage the spectacular Great Sandy Marine Park, where no two days are ever the same. One day you could be leading on-water compliance operations; the next, responding to marine wildlife strandings or protecting culturally significant sites.

Why Join Us
Because here, your work matters. You'll contribute to something bigger—protecting Queensland's natural heritage while building a career filled with variety, adventure and purpose. Every patrol, every project and every decision helps shape the future of our environment. Be part of a passionate, supportive team that values collaboration, diversity and safety—on the water and on land.

What You'll Do
Step into a leadership role where your impact is real and visible. You'll:
• Lead compliance and enforcement operations in the marine park, protecting wildlife, habitats and sustainable use
• Educate and connect with the community, promoting responsible recreation and conservation
• Deliver hands-on conservation work, from pest and fire management to maintaining vital infrastructure like walking tracks, moorings and campgrounds
• Manage and inspire a small team, driving projects that support environmental and recreational outcomes
• Collaborate with agencies and stakeholders, including local communities and First Nations peoples
• Respond to emergencies, from bushfires to flood recovery works to marine animal strandings.

Collaborative & Innovative Culture
Work alongside Traditional Owners and partner agencies including Department of Fisheries and Maritime Safety Queensland. Contribute ideas that improve safety, efficiency and environmental outcomes.

We're looking for a natural leader who:
• Has strong experience in compliance, enforcement
• Conservation skills and experience in land and marine management
• Understands and applies legislative knowledge to identify offences and take compliance action in the Marine Park and adjacent National Parks
• Brings practical skills in maintenance, construction, and project delivery
• Communicates confidently with the public and diverse stakeholders
• Thrives in a team-focused, hands-on environment
• Is committed to supporting positive outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Before You Apply...

Please note: A current Manual Driver's Licence is essential for successful applicants.

APPLY NOW! Please reference position description for further application details.

Applications to remain current for 12 months. 

Job Ad Reference: QLD/697328/26
Closing Date: Monday, 24 August 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.

• 697328 26 - Position Description (Word, 621KB)