AO5 Senior Ranger, Compliance
Based in the Central Region's Technical Support - Estate Management Team, this role offers the chance to work across protected areas and State forests in central and western Queensland. Collaborating with First Nations peoples, landholders, the resource industry and other stakeholders you'll help ensure sustainable management of these landscapes.

As Senior Ranger Compliance, you'll oversee leases, potential developments, grazing permits, and resource use authorities, address tenure-related and compliance issues, deliver enforcement training, prepare evidence briefs, attend court, and provide timely, accurate reports.

Join a professional team making a real impact!

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 robust 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

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