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Senior Ranger (Compliance)

Department of Environment, Science and Innovation QLD
Townsville, QLD, Australia
A$104,722-A$113,618 p/a
Above market
Farming, Animals & Conservation → Conservation, Parks & Wildlife
Full-time
On-site

Posted 1 day ago


Are you passionate about protecting Queensland's natural environment? This role offers the change to develop and apply practical field and administrative skills in environmental management, legislation, and program development, while contributing to sustainable management of our State's protected areas and forests.

This primarily administrative role provides a dynamic and varied work environment, supporting operational programs such as visitor, estate, fire, and pest management, while helping to shape policies, guidelines, and procedures. monitoring activities, developing methodologies, and creating systems to enhance protected area and forest management and improve compliance will be key aspects of your work.

Building strong relationships with stakeholders is essential. You'll work closely with community members, Indigenous groups, government agencies, and industry partners to ensure effective management of protected areas and State forests.
Additionally, you'll prepare reports, submissions, and briefing papers to inform decision-making and drive positive outcomes and improve the behaviour of park and forest users.

We're looking for a motivated and adaptable team player with strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills. A proactive approach and commitment to environmental conservation are essential.

Please note, this role involves travel to remote areas, and accommodation is not provided.

If you're ready to make a real impact while building your skills in a reward and diverse role, apply now!

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/697595/26

Closing Date: Friday, 04 September 2026


About Department of Environment, Science and Innovation QLD

Hungerford, QLD, Australia
Government & Defence
1001-5000 employees

We're the Queensland government agency responsible for managing and protecting the state’s environment and natural resources.

Everyone can find their place here with us. We have heaps of opportunities for those who can see themselves as fearless park rangers, tech-savvy wildlife officers, eco-rule enforcers, policy officers or even project officers; or perhaps any of the roles that support them— like admin, media and comms, finance human resources and legal— to name just a few.

No matter what preference or passion, you’ll find #ACareerthatmatters #AContributionthatcounts with us.

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