Are you interested in a career change? Apply to have a chance at becoming our next Senior Ranger. This role will spearhead a team of 13 professionals, dedicated to the effective management of 46 estates, encompassing national parks, conservation areas, and State forests, which collectively span an impressive 289,866 hectares. Girraween National Park stands with its considerable infrastructure and is designated as one of the region's priority parks due to its significance. Additionally, the astute administration of State Forests in the vicinity of Inglewood is crucial for the sustainability of the local cypress pine timber industry, a valuable renewable resource. This position is based in Toowoomba. This position works on a Monday to Friday roster (5/2), weekend work will be required to conduct compliance or respond to emergency situations such as bushfires.
AO5
closes 29-Dec-2024
Are you a dynamic communicator who thrives on translating complex science into meaningful, strategic messages?
Are you looking to make a meaningful impact?
If so, we have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Project Officer (Engagement and Translation) to join our dedicated Science Engagement and Impact team. Seize this opportunity to lead the way in enhancing the interaction between environmental science advances and the people they impact.
AO6
closes 18-Dec-2024
Brisbane Inner City,Brisbane - North,Brisbane - South,Brisbane - East,Brisbane - West,Flexible
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated professional to participate in a multi-disciplinary team to support and assist the QPWS&P In-Field Communications team. You will provide advice and maintenance recommendations to QPWS&P staff on HF/UHF/VHF assets network, research and analyse information, prepare correspondence, reports, briefings and submissions regarding the development, progress and delivery of key projects, as well as establish and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders including QPWS&P regions, other divisions, state and local governments and provide advice as required. The tasks also include to participate as a proactive member of the Asset Services Branch and assist the Unit Manager to represent QPWS&P in industry forums, interdepartmental and other committees.
AO5
closes 17-Dec-2024
Brisbane - East,Wide Bay,Sunshine Coast
The Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation contributes to ensuring one of the world's most diverse natural environment is maintained for the health and prosperity of current and future generations. The Coastal and Islands Region covers a diverse landscape stretching from the world’s largest sand island, World Heritage-listed K’gari, (Fraser Island) to the Southern Bay Islands in the south.
As a Senior Project Officer, you will have the chance to work in a stunning and inspiring environment while actively participating in efforts to safeguard the beauty and heritage of this unique region with our First Nation partners. Collaborate with a team of like-minded individuals to develop and deliver key interpretive projects on K’gari.
We encourage you to find out more about this role by contacting the contact officer located in the role description.
AO5
closes 17-Dec-2024
Looking for a change in career and wanting to make an impact!
We are seeking someone with leadership skills and capabilities to lead the Mulgalands work unit, West area of South West Region - QPWS.
The focus of the Senior Ranger (Mulgalands) position is planning and prioritising operational program delivery within the Mulgalands Management Unit. The Senior Ranger position supervises 10 staff managing approximately 574,000 hectares of parks and forests in the channel country of southwest Queensland, including Currawinya National Park (344,000 ha), one of Queensland’s largest and iconic parks.
Barracks style accommodation may be an option for the recommended candidate, ensure you make to find out more.
AO5
closes 12-Dec-2024
AO7 Principal Ranger Central West - Temporary
If you're organised and innovative with a desire to lead the planning and delivery of operational programs within the Central West area associated with national parks, forest reserves, State forests and other lands administered by the Queensland Parks
& Widlife Service, then this job will suit you! Further your leadership skills. Measure your own success through the achievements of your team. Work in partnership with Traditional Owners looking after Country. Continue to grow and leverage your knowledge in the management of QPWS estates.
AO7
closes 13-Dec-2024
Are you looking for a career change? Do you have a passion for the environment and conservation? Do you love working outdoors?
If this sounds like something you would enjoy we invite you to apply for this role.
We are looking for our next Ranger in Charge to lead a small team which covers a vast array of estates across the eastern part of the central sandstone belt of central Queensland, which includes a variety of Resources Reserves, State Forest, Conservation Park and National Park tenure. Other duties of this role include leading project management and reporting requirements, enforcement and compliance, and visitor management.
Subsidised departmental housing is provided for this position for up to 5 years.
Discuss further details about this with the contact officer.
OO6
closes 16-Dec-2024
Temp Short Term (Five months) Senior Investigator Position
AO6
closes 16-Dec-2024
We have an opportunity for a Team Leader in our Waste Assessment team to undertake work to improve the State’s environmental performance by identifying environmental risks and providing scientific and technical support for a wide range of projects. You will contribute to the implementation of environmental management and protection strategies and promote compliance with environmental heritage and planning legislation and policies.
PO4
closes 16-Dec-2024
Cairns region,Wide Bay,Townsville region,Rockhampton region
Great Barrier Reef and Marine Parks (GBR&MP) Region are excited to share an incredible opportunity for a Senior Ranger to join the team on a temporary basis, through to 30 June 2025.
As one of the six regions of the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service, the GBR&MP Region delivers conservation and management activities across land and sea including implementing the Reef Joint Field Management Program. This role is working with in the Technical Support Team. As the Senior Ranger, you will implement the Values Based Management Framework (VBMF) for protected areas in the GBR&MP Region, focusing on research, assessments and management plans while building partnerships with Traditional Owners and stakeholders through consultation and workshops.
AO5
closes 13-Dec-2024
Are you an enthusiastic self-starter who has demonstrated knowledge and experience in administrative law, preferably with the information privacy regime in the Queensland Information Privacy Act 2009?
If you are, we encourage you to apply for a long-term acting opportunity as the Principal Governance Officer, Privacy, in the Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation (DETSI).
This role is diverse and interesting. The successful candidate will help address a wide range of issues performed in a number of Queensland State Government agencies, including DETSI.
We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds who can contribute to an open-minded, respectful and inclusive workplace.
The successful candidate can work 50% of the time in the office and the remainder at home.
AO7
closes 13-Dec-2024
Environment and Heritage Policy and Programs Division leads the Queensland Governments development and coordination of environment and conservation policy, strategy, and legislative frameworks for environmental and conservation programs.
As the Director, you will lead and manage the day-to-day operation of the Office of the Deputy Director General while also providing high level strategic analysis, information, advice and support to the Deputy Director-General (DDG). The Director reports directly to the DDG, Environment and Heritage Policy and Programs (EHPP) and works closely with the senior leadership team of the Division.
If you are motivated and energetic, and enjoy diverse and meaningful work, this could be the position for you!
SO
closes 12-Dec-2024
Brisbane Inner City,Brisbane - North,Brisbane - South,Brisbane - East,Brisbane - West,Toowoomba region,Gold Coast,Sunshine Coast,South West Qld
This role is responsible for developing and implementing strategies relating to macropod management issues and coordinates projects for researching and monitoring macropod species in Queensland.
The projects will support Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service and Partnerships (QPWS&P) activities and provide technical and professional advice and support on ecological management. It will involve estimating population sizes through an aerial survey program, and travel in light fixed wing aircraft and/or helicopter is a requirement of the role. Refer to the position description for information.
PO4
closes 11-Dec-2024
This is an exciting opportunity within the Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation (DETSI) in the Office of the Great Barrier and World Heritage (OGBR&WH) Branch to make a significant contribution towards future recognition and protections for parts of Cape York Peninsula. You will support the World Heritage team whilst reframing relationships between First Nations people and the Department to support co-stewarding the cultural and natural values of Queensland. The Queensland First Nations World Heritage Strategy provides the basis for our work, centring Country, and people at the heart of World Heritage business.
AO5
closes 10-Dec-2024
This role is within Ecological Services and is responsible for supervising and coordinating projects that build knowledge and understanding of ecological values on QPWS-managed estate and promote effective, efficient, evidence-based conservation management, through an adaptive management framework. Responsibilities include incorporating the latest technical research, science, and knowledge into QPWS' management program for ecological values. The role also involves training and mentoring to build staff & First Nations’ people’s capacity to facilitate effective on-ground conservation management. A key aspect of this role is collaborating with practitioners & the scientific community and will likely include participation in state and national forums. It also involves developing and reviewing reports, papers and content for media releases and representing QPWS in public forums
PO4
closes 10-Dec-2024
Have you been waiting to make an impact? We’re looking to add to our team of rangers in leading the Fire management of K’gari (Fraser Island) within Coastal & Islands Region.
Our rangers ensure that the Queensland’s national parks, state forests and reserves are protected, accessible and valued by all Queenslanders. We work in partnership with local communities and other stakeholders to contribute to the land management, recreational and conservation outcomes across the protected areas. Our work can be challenging - important work usually is, but your contribution will count, and so will you. If you seek variety and would like to be part of a collaborative workplace, we want to hear from you.
OO5
closes 10-Dec-2024
Are you passionate about financial management and keen to oversee the coordination of assets within our protected areas? Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service and Partnerships (QPWS&P) is seeking a dedicated Asset Coordinator to manage plant and equipment across the South East Queensland Region. This exciting role is not only pivotal in procuring and writing off assets but also vital in conducting thorough inspections and audits. Rangers ensure that the Queensland’s national parks, state forests and reserves are protected, accessible and valued by all Queenslanders. Rangers work in partnership with local communities and other stakeholders to contribute to the land management, recreational and conservation outcomes across the protected areas. If you seek variety and would like to be part of a collaborative workplace, we want to hear from you.
OO5
closes 10-Dec-2024
Are you a motivated Manager who can lead a dynamic team with your analytical acuity, outstanding program management, and robust stakeholder engagement skills. Would you like to join a of team of professionals where flexible work practices, equity and diversity are not just buzzwords? If so, keep reading! This role has a unique opportunity to propel your career through crafting insightful business improvement opportunities and recommendations that drive strategic priorities.
AO8
closes 10-Dec-2024
#Acareerthatmatters#Acontributionthatcounts
Here at DETSI,you'll be inspired to make Queensland better.We enable long-term, sustainable decisions for the environment & the economy & are committed to working in genuine partnership with First Nation people.
The Office of the Great Barrier Reef & World Heritage manages projects that promote agricultural practice change in Great Barrier Reef catchments. We're looking for someone with project & stakeholder engagement expertise to join our team & work with our agricultural industry & government partners.This work contributes to meeting the targets set under the Reef 2050 Water Quality Improvement Plan.
If you are looking to work alongside a passionate & dedicated team with the aim to reduce the impact of agricultural activities on Reef water quality, this is the job for you.
AO6
closes 10-Dec-2024
Brisbane - South,Flexible
We are looking for 2 keen, adaptive people to work as members of a specialist team undertaking ambient air quality monitoring across Queensland. These roles as Environmental Officers (PO2) within the Air Quality Monitoring team focus on data retrieval, validation, manipulation and analysis whilst interpreting results and preparing summary reports. You would be contributing to the team’s quality assurance program covering DETSI’s ambient air quality monitoring network. In addition, you will be utilising database systems, identifying anomalies and faults,
understanding quality control and taking corrective action, as well as pursuing ongoing improvements. DETSI offers flexible work arrangements (such as working from home 2 days per week) and you would be working within a fun team environment (cake every Friday!). We look forward to your applications.
PO2
closes 09-Dec-2024