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 OO4 Ranger to join the K’gari Assets, Roads & Fireline Team, responsible for the operation of the Heavy Plant and Equipment fleet on K’gari (Fraser Island). You’ll collaborate with management units to deliver the annual works program aligned with current strategies. This diverse role includes field and office tasks such as procurement, data management, project coordination and shift reporting. Good 4WD skills are essential, as you’ll navigate remote, tide-dependent areas with limited resources. The role requires autonomy, problem-solving, and a solid understanding of internal systems, policies, and procedures.

Job details

Everyone at our Department recognises the importance of a healthy environment.
The Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation - contributes to ensuring one of the world's most diverse natural environments is maintained for the health and prosperity of current and future generations. In this role, you'll play a key role in driving the protection of one of our most wonderful places.

Experience in staff supervision, leadership, workplace health and safety, natural resource management, is required with strong demonstrated skills in Heavy Plant operations and assets management are key requirements of this role. The successful applicant will require the demonstrated ability to develop and implement Assets Management programs.

This position is based on K'gari (Fraser Island). Rangers are required to work a 10/4 roster, and the remote position is required to live on island during their shift.
Departmental accommodation will be provided for the successful applicant, however travel to other locations on the island may be required from time to time. K'gari is a high visitation area where regular visitor compliance patrols are carried out and working on weekends and during school holidays are required.

What's in it for you?
• Enjoy a varied and interesting work program where no two days are the same. Join a supportive high-performing team with a positive culture and inspiring leadership!
• Enjoy fantastic flexibility, benefits, work life balance, significant development opportunities!
• You'll experience so much here. For most of us, it starts with our wonderful people and the rich, diverse perspectives they bring. They're dedicated, passionate and curious professionals. We're all different, and those differences are what make us great.

We encourage you to find out more about this role by reading the further information provided in the role description, and by contacting the contact officer for any further details.

Applications to remain current for 12 months. 

Job Ad Reference: QLD/688680/26
Closing Date: Wedesday, 27 May 2026

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• 688680 26 - Position Description (Word, 621KB)