Ranger Coordinator

About us

The Dabu Jajikal Aboriginal Corporation (DJAC) was established in 1993 to manage and protect the cultural and natural values of our sea, reef and coastal Country. We represent Jajikal (Sea & Reef Country) families, Traditional Owners of the Bloomfield River and Weary Bay (Balabay) area.

Located on the south-east coast of Cape York. Our Country is from Mangkalba (Cedar Bay) Ngalba Bulal National Park in the north, down to Ngamujin (Emmagen Creek) in the south, east from the sea-facing slopes of the Wet Tropics World Heritage area, out across the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage area to the Coral Sea Marine Park.

We work closely with Jabalbina Yalanji Aboriginal Corporation, the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority, the National Indigenous Australians Agency and the Queensland Department of Environment and Science. Our principal research partner is James Cook University.

Recently, DJAC has obtained funding to expand the Ranger program on our Country and as such, we are looking to attract suitably skilled and experienced candidates for the Ranger Coordinator position.

About the position?

Based at Ayton at DJAC’s Ranger Base, the Ranger Coordinator plays a critical role in ensuring the Dabu Jajikal Ranger Program meets key project deliverables as defined by established funding agreements and the organisation’s strategic planning for the Dabu Jajikal people and their Country. The position is responsible for leading the Ranger team in achieving results across a wide range of conservation and land management activities and cultural heritage projects.

About you

To be successful in this position you will be able to demonstrate the following:

Sound knowledge of Indigenous culture and connection with Country, or ability to quickly acquire. Specific knowledge of the Dabu Jajikal community, culture and connection with Country will be highly regarded.

Current, best practice knowledge of cultural heritage, conservation and land management practices.

Proven project management skills with the ability to administrate and coordinate activities across multiple projects to meet project deliverables.

Proven leadership and mentoring skills successfully applied to an Indigenous workforce.

Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and persuade across a broad demographic.

Sound knowledge of WHS risk management practices relevant to Ranger Program activities.

Tertiary qualifications in a related discipline and/or significant relevant industry experience will be required.

In addition, your ability to demonstrate suitable skills, experience and current qualifications in maritime operations and safety will be highly regarded.

Although not essential for this position, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

Further information on position requirements can be found in the Ranger Coordinator Position Description.

What’s in it for you!

Subject to relevant qualifications and experience the following salary and benefits are on offer:

Full time employment opportunity.

Flexible and remote working arrangements.

5 weeks annual leave.

Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience starting at $90,000 p/a + superannuation contributions.

Relocation Allowance (negotiable).

Company work vehicle and mobile phone.

A great opportunity to work on Country with a dedicated Ranger team.

How to Apply

If you have an affinity for living, working, and playing in remote community settings and take pride in leading and developing a team to achieve results, we would like to hear from you.

Please submit a current resume and a cover letter detailing why you are the ideal candidate for the job through the SEEK portal.

For more information or a copy of the Position Description please contact Jason on 0457320692 or via email at [email protected] at your earliest convenience.

Position closes Monday 14 July 2025.

Please note: This position may be filled prior to the closing date at the sole discretion of DJAC. Only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted.