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Position: Ranger Coordinator

Location: Mt Tabor Station

Employment Type: Full Time

Remuneration: The remuneration package for this position includes salary, superannuation, and other applicable entitlements in line with organisational policy and relevant industrial instruments, includes food and accommodation.

About Us

Goorathuntha Traditional Owners Limited (GTOL) represents the Bidjara Traditional Owners and works to protect country, preserve cultural heritage, and create sustainable opportunities for our people. Our programs include conservation, cultural heritage management, and community development. Guided by our values of Respect, Integrity, Collaboration, Cultural Responsibility, and Sustainability, we provide a supportive environment where you can make a real difference.

About the Role, The Ranger Coordinator leads and supports our ranger team to deliver conservation, land management, and cultural heritage programs. This role involves supervising field operations, ensuring safety and compliance, and working closely with Traditional Owners and partners to protect country and support community initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

· Lead, supervise, and support a team of rangers in daily operations and on-the-ground field activities, including weed eradication, fire management, pest control, fencing, and habitat restoration.

· Mentor, train, and develop staff to foster a skilled, motivated, and culturally aware ranger team.

· Plan, coordinate, and implement conservation, land management, and cultural heritage preservation programs, ensuring all fieldwork aligns with best practice.

· Ensure compliance with Work Health & Safety (WHS), environmental, and cultural heritage regulations during field operations and program delivery.

· Build and maintain effective working relationships with Traditional Owners, communities, and partner organisations.

· Manage schedules, resources, equipment, and projects to optimise program delivery, including allocation of tasks for on-the-ground activities.

· Prepare accurate reports, maintain records, and contribute to planning, monitoring, and evaluation of programs and field operations.

· Assist in the preparation of funding applications, project proposals, and stakeholder communications.

· Undertake field operations and program delivery in remote and challenging environments for extended periods or outside standard hours.

The key responsibilities outlined above are indicative and not exhaustive. Employees may be required to perform additional duties as reasonably requested to meet the objectives of the position and the organisation.

Essential Qualifications/Experience

· Relevant tertiary qualifications or extensive experience in natural resource management, conservation, or cultural heritage management.

· Demonstrated experience in leading and supervising teams in field operations.

· Knowledge of environmental, cultural heritage, and WHS legislation and compliance requirements

· Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including experience liaising with Traditional Owners, government agencies, and stakeholders.

· Ability to prepare reports, manage projects, and maintain accurate records.

· Ability to work in remote and outdoor environments, including fieldwork in challenging conditions.

Desirable Qualifications/Experience

· Experience managing budgets, reporting, and grant funding requirements.

· First aid certification and/or other relevant WHS training.

· Knowledge of GIS mapping, GPS, or field survey technologies.

· Experience working in Aboriginal land management contexts or with Traditional Owner groups.

· 4WD or other specialized vehicle operation certifications.

Pre-Employment Requirements

· Qld Manual Driver’s License

· Medical Examination / Fitness for Work,

· Drug and Alcohol Testing,

· Criminal History Check,

· Working with Children Check (Blue Card)

· Reference Checks,

· Right to Work Check (e.g. visa/citizenship verification),

· Qualification and Licence Verification.

How to Apply

Please contact Keelen Mailman, Goorathuntha Traditional Owners Manager to request the Job Applicant Package, which includes all essential information and forms needed to apply. Don’t miss this opportunity to join our team!

Completed applications, including all required forms must be submitted by 30th September 2025 to [email protected].

Goorathuntha Traditional Owners Limited (GTOL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We value diversity and strongly encourage Aboriginal people to apply for these positions. All applicants must meet the required legal and pre-employment conditions, and will be assessed fairly on their skills, experience, and merit.