Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) is seeking an OO6 Ranger (Compliance) to support strategic direction and compliance capability across the South East Queensland Region. We are looking for a knowledgeable professional, with demonstrated experience in enforcement and compliance, program management and training delivery, as part of the SEQ Region Technical Support Team.
In this role, you will deliver expert compliance guidance and support to Rangers in the field, lead investigations, and support the Senior Ranger (Compliance) and other staff in complex compliance matters. You will work closely with police and other agencies, address visitor management issues, and provide legislative and policy advice to senior leaders and stakeholders. You will also play a key role in building a strong compliance culture through mentoring, training and promoting safe field practices.

Job details

We're looking for someone who can interpret and apply legislation and policy, think strategically and deliver practical solutions to complex and sometimes competing issues. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you.

Everyone at our Department recognises the importance of a healthy environment. Department of the 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. In this role, you'll play a key role in driving the protection of one of our most wonderful places.

About you 

We're looking for individuals who are passionate about conservation, land management and working collaboratively. You are someone who can thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high standard of work. Your ability to motivate and influence your team will be the key to achieving outcomes.

To be successful in the role, you will also have:

• Experience in protected area management and strategic planning.
• Demonstrated cultural capability.
• Demonstrated experience leading small teams.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft suite.
• GIS skills would be highly regarded.

What's in it for you? 

• Join a supportive high-performing team with a positive culture and inspiring leadership!
• Enjoy fantastic flexibility, benefits, work life balance, significant development opportunities!
• Work where you can truly engage your values and sense of purpose to safeguarding the environment for Queenslanders.
• Job satisfaction is high in this role with the license to problem solve, critically think and drive change from within.
• If you are a person that gains a lot from collaboration, troubleshooting and being a change maker there will be a lot of upshot to this role.

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 contacting the contact officer and further information can be located in the role description.

Applications will remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/699185/26.

Closing Date: Wednesday, 9 September 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

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• 699185 26 Role Description (Word, 619KB)
  Role Description