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Northern Parks & Forests Regional Operations; Management & Operations; Queensland Parks and Wildlife & Partnerships; Boodjamulla NP (Aboriginal Land)
OO5 Ranger, Boodjamulla
Are you ready to manage one of Queensland's iconic national parks? If you have experience in conservation and land management, and want to enhance your leadership, natural resource management, asset and visitor management knowledge and skills, this job is for you.
Lead a small, diverse team and grow your leadership skills. Collaborate with Waanyi and Indjalandji-Dhidhanu peoples to care for their spiritual lands. Drive fire and pest management projects and maintain boundary fencing. Protect ancient fossils at the Riversleigh World Heritage site.
Help restore Boodjamulla to its former glory following the devastating floods of March 2023.
Don't miss this opportunity to make a lasting impact!
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Primary Industry & Environment |
| Classification | OO5 |
| Workplace Location | North West Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/682555/26 |
| Closing date | 10-Apr-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Grant Ison |
| Contact details | M: 0457 235 181 Access the National Relay Service |
In this role, you will assist with leading a small team and coordinating the planning and delivery of operational work programs within the Boodjamulla work unit. Estates managed by the work unit include Boodjamulla National Park (Aboriginal Land), Wiliyan-ngurru and Finucane Island national parks and Royton Timber Reserve.
You will assist the Ranger in Charge in planning and undertaking fire, pest and compliance activities; implementing work programs; maintaining park infrastructure, such as boundary fences and park access tracks. Visitor management is a large component of this role, given the popularity of Lawn Hill Gorge and the Riversleigh World Heritage Area. Undertaking administrative and reporting functions including program management and reporting, financial and budget management, and human resource management is a regular requirement of your role.
As Ranger OO5, you will:
- Supervise the day to day operations of the work unit.
- Develop and implement operational plans consistent with business plans, strategies, policies and procedures.
- Manage and supervise staff, contractors and volunteers - including the management of performance issues.
- Grow your and your team's skills and capabilities.
- Manage the work unit budget and expenditure.
- Ensure employee and visitor safety.
- Respond to critical incidents.
- Undertake visitor, fire and pest planning and management activities.
- Implement and enforce legislation administered by the Department.
- Establish partnerships that assist operations and achieve objectives and outcomes of the regional business plan.
- Communicate regularly with stakeholders, community groups and visitors to create a greater understanding and appreciation of the Department and its role.
- Negotiate with stakeholders, neighbours and community groups to achieve acceptable resolution of local land management issues.
- Perform other assigned duties at the classification level within your competence and training.
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 natural resource management and conservation.
Challenges and rewards of remote living:
This role is based at the Lawn Hill ranger base, with accommodation provided on park. Remote living requires adaptability and resilience, but it also offers the opportunity to immerse yourself in the stunning natural environment and contribute to the conservation of a truly special part of Queensland.
Why join us?
This is a unique opportunity to start anew - working with a refreshed team, shaping the future of natural resource management and conservation in a revitalised park environment, and delivering meaningful outcomes.
To be considered you must provide:
* your current resume (max 4 pages).
* a 1-2 page statement demonstrating your ability or potential to fulfill the requirements of the role.
* information to help us understand how you could contribute to our workforce diversity.
* evidence that you meet the mandatory requirements.
Take the next step in your career and help shape Boodjamulla's future!
Job Ad Reference: QLD/682555/26
Closing Date: Friday, 10 April 2026
Further information
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