We are on the lookout for a knowledgeable, enthusiastic hands-on Ranger with demonstrated experience in fire operations, incident response and protected area management to join the South East Regional Fire Team.
Our dedicated Ranger staff make a meaningful impact by contributing to the long-term sustainability and conservation of the protected areas and cultural values. In this role you will work with regional staff in delivering the annual planned burn program and respond to fire incidents across South East Queensland Region.
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OO5
closes 14-Nov-2025
Are you an experienced and passionate stakeholder engagement practitioner ready to make a real impact? Join the Queensland Government as a Principal Project Officer and play a pivotal role enhancing how the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service & Partnerships (QPWS&P) connects with various key stakeholder groups that utilise, or neighbour, our amazing protected estates.
This is your chance to lead innovative engagement strategies, build meaningful relationships, and contribute to sustainable use of our beautiful protected estates across Queensland. If you have a talent for collaboration and a drive to make a difference, we want to hear from you!
AO7
closes 13-Nov-2025
The Threatened Species Operations, Networks and Partnerships Team is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Conservation Officer to manage the Threatened Species Prioritisation Framework project, which will include maintaining and updating underpinning datasets, managing the Threatened Species Decision Tool and training users and consulting with stakeholders. This role offers a unique opportunity to play a critical part in implementing and maintaining a framework to guide threatened species investment and recovery actions across Queensland. Additionally, you will contribute to the delivery of strategic, evidence-based projects as part of the Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation’s Threatened Species Program, driving meaningful outcomes for biodiversity conservation in Queensland.
PO4
closes 14-Nov-2025
#Acareerthatmatters #Acontributionthatcounts
Here at DETSI, you'll be inspired to make Queensland better and contribute to ensuring one of the world’s most diverse natural environments is maintained for the health and prosperity of current and future generations. We are building better partnerships with First Nations people to deliver benefits and improved environmental, economic, cultural, and social outcomes. We are looking for someone to join a passionate, high performing team, committed to reframing relationships with First Nations people.
AO7
closes 13-Nov-2025
Do you have a passion for Queensland’s iconic coastline and the natural environment? Join the Queensland Government Hydraulics Laboratory (QGHL) at Deagon as an early career engineer or scientist and contribute to the world-renowned Tweed Sand Bypassing project. In this role, you will support coastal and
environmental monitoring and management, manage critical data and help protect our stunning coastline. You will also be able to collaborate with and be mentored by experienced scientists and engineers, gaining invaluable knowledge and experience.
Enjoy flexible work arrangements, regular travel to the stunning Tweed Heads region and the chance to make a real impact while building your career.
https://www.tweedsandbypass.nsw.gov.au/why-tweed-sand-bypassing/project-video.html
PO2
closes 19-Nov-2025
We are on the lookout for a knowledgeable, enthusiastic hands-on Ranger with demonstrated experience in fire operations, incident response and protected area management to join the South East Regional Fire Team.
Our dedicated Ranger staff make a meaningful impact by contributing to the long-term sustainability and conservation of the protected areas and cultural values. In this role you will work with regional staff in delivering the annual planned burn program and respond to fire incidents across South East Queensland Region.
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OO4
closes 14-Nov-2025
Cairns region,Far North Qld
Step into adventure with the Chillagoe team! Manage the stunning Chillagoe-Mungana Caves National Park and explore remote gems like Staaten National Park, Palmer River Goldfields Resources Reserve, and Errk Oykangand National Park (CYPAL).This role is packed with variety and excitement, including:
• Leading guided tours through breathtaking limestone caves (yes, you’ll be a cave tour guide!).
• Camping under the stars in some of North Queensland’s most remote and untouched parks.
• Working closely with Traditional Owner groups to protect and celebrate cultural heritage.
• Maintaining unique infrastructure, including inside the caves themselves.
• Helping visitors at the Chillagoe Hub with bookings, tourist info, and more.
If you’re ready to embrace hot, humid days, remote adventures and unforgettable experiences, this is the role for you!
OO5
closes 07-Nov-2025
Townsville region,Mackay region,Rockhampton region
AO7 Principal Ranger Fire Management - Temporary
If you're organised and keen to provide direction for the delivery of Central Region’s annual planned burn fire program, then this job will suit you!
Demonstrated experience in fire operations, disaster management, incident response and protected area management is essential.
Further your leadership skills. Measure your success through your team’s achievements.
AO7
closes 12-Nov-2025
Cairns region,Far North Qld
Lead a passionate team as Ranger in Charge (Cairns South), based at the QPWS&P Tingira Street base in Portsmith. You’ll supervise three rangers, providing guidance, mentoring, and hands-on leadership to protect and manage Queensland’s stunning parks and reserves. Reporting to the Senior Ranger of the Cairns Management Unit, you’ll tackle diverse challenges, from pest and fire management to visitor facilities and conservation.
This is no desk job! You’ll work in remote, breathtaking locations, navigating rough terrain, tropical heat, and smoky firelines. Expect physically demanding tasks, long hours, and exposure to the elements. If you’re fit, love the outdoors, and can inspire a team with your energy and work ethic, this is your chance to make a real impact while embracing adventure.
OO6
closes 14-Nov-2025
Are you an experienced and passionate stakeholder engagement practitioner ready to make a real impact?
Join the Queensland Government as a Manager Stakeholder Engagement and play a pivotal role in shaping how Queensland’s environmental regulator connects with communities, industry, and government.
This is your chance to lead innovative engagement strategies, build meaningful relationships, and contribute to sustainable environmental outcomes that benefit all Queenslanders. If you have a talent for collaboration and a drive to make a difference, we want to hear from you!
AO8
closes 06-Nov-2025
Principal Scientist and Team Leader – Water Quality & Aquatic Ecosystems Are you a water quality expert with strong communication and people skills, passionate about protecting Queensland waterways? We’re looking for a Principal Scientist to lead complex environmental assessments, manage sensitive water quality projects, and deliver science-based advice that shapes regulation and protects waterways and aquatic ecosystems health. You’ll lead and manage a small team of scientists, mentor staff and engage with a diverse range of stakeholders including government, industry and universities. If you're ready to combine technical excellence with people management and collaboration—this is your chance to make a real difference and drive evidence-based outcomes. Apply now to this permanent position and help shape a clean and sustainable future!
PO5
closes 13-Nov-2025
Cairns region,Far North Qld
AO4 Project Officer (Indigenous Identified) – Cultural Heritage | Cape York
Work with Country. Protect Culture. Empower Communities.
Join a passionate new team helping First Nations groups protect and celebrate culture across the stunning Cape York Peninsula Aboriginal Land (CYPAL) parks!
You’ll work with Traditional Owners, Land Trusts and RNTBCs to map sacred sites, record stories, preserve knowledge, and support cultural heritage strategies on both land and sea Country.
From building cultural awareness programs to maintaining important heritage databases, this role is full of purpose, variety, and connection. You might even jump in to help with fire or compliance work!
If you love working on Country, listening deeply, and making a real difference alongside community — this is your moment.
Be part of something meaningful. Apply now!
AO4
closes 07-Nov-2025
If you are looking to work in a service-oriented and dynamic team environment where you are encouraged and supported to achieve your best, this role may be for you! We are seeking a self-motivated reliable team member with exceptional attention to detail, communication and time management skills. As Executive Officer, you will support the Deputy Director-General, Tourism and the broader division through coordination and executive support that will contribute to the economic development and growth of Queensland’s tourism industry.
AO5
closes 11-Nov-2025
Brisbane - North,Brisbane - South,Brisbane - East,Brisbane - West,North West Qld,Cairns region,Logan - Beaudesert,Toowoomba region,Wide Bay,Darling Downs - Maranoa,Moreton Bay - North,Moreton Bay - South,Far North Qld,Townsville region,Mackay region,Rockhampton region,Gold Coast,Sunshine Coast,Ipswich region,Central West Qld,South West Qld
If you’re passionate about conserving Queensland’s parks, forests, and wildlife, and want ‘the great outdoors’ to be your office, then we want to hear from you!
As a Ranger, you’ll have the opportunity to choose various career paths across Queensland, with some of the most stunning landscapes as your ‘office,’ including the outback, rainforests, mountains, reefs, and coastal islands.
OO3
closes 31-Oct-2025
As Director, Information and Digital Science Delivery within the Science Division, you will lead the transformation of Queensland’s scientific High Performance Computing (HPC), data, and digital capabilities. This role provides strategic direction across large-scale scientific data platforms, driving innovation in data collection, analysis and delivery to support government programs, policy, and legislation. You will oversee governance frameworks, ensure compliance with privacy and security requirements and build strong partnerships with government, research, industry and community stakeholders to deliver trusted, accessible, and fit-for-purpose digital solutions. This is a chance to make a real impact by leading a talented, high-performing team in shaping the future of scientific and environmental data in Queensland.
SO
closes 31-Oct-2025
Brisbane - East,Sunshine Coast
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! We’re seeking a leader for the Coastal & Islands Region’s Fire Team to oversee the delivery of the QPWS&P fire program. This role focuses on fire program planning, coordinating planned burns, bushfire preparedness and response, staff training and development, and ensuring governance and reporting standards are met. You’ll build and lead partnerships with the Queensland Fire Department, First Nations peoples, and key stakeholders, while representing QPWS&P in internal and external forums, including bushfire management groups.
AO7
closes 06-Nov-2025
#Acareerthatmatters #Acontributionthatcounts
Are you passionate about protecting Qld’s environment and driving sustainable outcomes? We are seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to join our team and make a meaningful impact on conservation policy and programs.
The Environment and Conservation Policy and Legislation branch develops strategy policy, legislation and delivers initiatives to support the Government’s environment agenda by ensuring that Queensland’s outstanding biodiversity is conserved at both the species and the landscape levels. In this role, you will lead and supervise a team responsible for Qld’s Environmental Offsets Policy, including delivering legislative and policy improvements to the framework. You may also be required to undertake and contribute to other key and emerging policy priorities for the department.
AO8
closes 06-Nov-2025
Customer Service Officer: #Acareerthatmatters. #Acontributionthatcounts. A customer-facing role directly answering a diverse range of public enquiries as well as processing licence applications and organising payment of fees. This role is open to all applicants however applicants who identify as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person or a person with disability, that meet the minimum requirements for the role, will be given priority consideration and invited to participate in the next selection activity. You’ll be inspired and inspire others to make Queensland better. It can be complex and challenging - important work usually is. But your contribution will count and so will you.
AO4
closes 07-Nov-2025
This position is part of small team responsible for administering and co-ordinating estate management activities on land managed by the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service & Partnerships including extractive and coal seam gas, grazing, electricity, and communication services.
AO4
closes 06-Nov-2025
Cairns region,Far North Qld
Capital Works & Asset Management: AO5 Ranger Location: Northern Region, QLD | Type: Full-time Ready to lead impactful projects in Queensland’s most stunning natural landscapes? We’re looking for a driven Ranger to manage capital works and asset initiatives across the Northern Region. You'll oversee construction teams, deliver complex projects from concept to completion, coordinate procurement of contractors and materials, manage budgets, and support staff in using asset management systems. This role blends leadership, problem-solving, and on-the-ground action—perfect for someone with project or construction management experience. Help build the future of our parks while protecting the places that matter. Adventure, impact, and purpose — apply now!
AO5
closes 07-Nov-2025