The Senior Ranger, West Burleigh role is based in the Gold Coast Area Office and reports to the Principal Ranger, Gold Coast. This role manages ranger bases at Tamborine Mountain, Burleigh and Currumbin that are responsible for the day to day operations of national and conservation parks and state forests of the Gold Coast lowlands and Tamborine Mountain. This role's focus area is the management of protected areas within diverse landscapes including areas of high visitation and high urban interface, including Burleigh Head, Nerang, Tamborine National Parks and Pine Ridge Conservation Park.

The position is responsible for supervising the Rangers in Charge at the bases, as well as the Project Ranger, providing support and strategic direction to the operational crews and coordinating emergency response across this area.

Job details

TARGETED VACANCY - Applicants who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander that meet the minimum requirements for the role will be given priority consideration and invited to participate in the next selection activity.

As the Senior Ranger you will:

• Effectively lead and manage a geographically dispersed team including setting priorities, allocating resources, monitoring outcomes, developing local strategies, procedures and practices.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders including neighbouring landholders, other government departments, industry groups, commercial operators, recreational user groups, and traditional owners.
• Provide information, advice, and education to the public, industry, and other key stakeholders to promote the conservation of protected areas and use of national parks, forests and marine parks.
• Plan and manage emergency response, critical incidents, compliance and enforcement operations and ensure all staff are appropriately trained in their application.
• Plan recovery of areas after natural disaster events, manage relevant agency investigations, resource allocation and emerging issues.
• Deliver and report on annual work schedules and budgets for recreational and infrastructure development (including fire management, wildlife management, capital works, strategic asset maintenance and pest management programs).
• Plan, develop and oversee infrastructure development and maintenance projects.
• Participate in agency planning and management processes and provide technical research and input into programs and projects.
• Prepare complex correspondence including ministerial documents and briefings for decision by senior officers.
• Foster a workplace culture that supports and promotes the interests of First Nations people and actively engage through our work to contribute to better outcomes for First Nations people.

It is a mandatory requirement for the occupant of this position to hold an unrestricted manual driver's licence. You will need to provide a copy of your driver's licence, with the original sighted prior to engagement. Employees are required to drive government vehicles, including four-wheel drives as a part of their day-to-day and field work.

Become part of a supportive team that values expertise, encourages professional growth, and takes pride in making a positive impact on the environment.

Apply now for the Senior Ranger position and be at the forefront of conservation management in South East Queensland.

We encourage you to find out more about this role by contacting the contact officer and further information can be located in the role description.

Application to remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/604499/24

Closing Date: Monday, 02 December 2024

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.

• Working as a Ranger AO5 Senior Ranger - Additional Information (PDF, 549KB)
  
  
  Gold Coast Area Office - Working in Guide (PDF, 205KB)
  
  
  604499 24 Role Description v1 (Word, 337KB)