Occupation:
Land, asset, resources and facilities management
Location:
Melbourne - Southern suburbs
Reference:
VG/TBCSEASONALR
Join Parks Victoria's Southern Peninsula West team and help protect and maintain Mornington Peninsula National Park.
This hands-on Ranger role offers a diverse mix of Visitor services, asset maintenance, conservation work, community engagement and environmental education.
Work in the stunning coastal landscapes of Mornington Peninsula helping protect some of Victoria's iconic natural environments.
Join a supportive and close-knit team delivering meaningful conservation, visitor experience and community engagement outcomes.
Enjoy a diverse outdoor role where no two days are the same, from asset maintenance and conservation projects to education programs and working with Traditional Owners.
Develop your skills and start your career with Parks Victoria
Start date: 23rd November - End date: 21st of February
About the role
We are looking for two Summer Rangers to assist the dedicated park area team who look after Mornington Peninsula National Park during the peak summer period.
As a Summer Ranger, you are responsible for the management of Parks Victoria's estate, consistent with organisational priorities, policies and procedures, ensuring that park visitors can enjoy the outdoors while also protecting the things that make our parks special.
Thesefulltime, 3-month term positions offer the chance to get in on the action and support the ranger team this summer between November **** to February ****.
The positions are based at the Rosebud Parks Victoria work centre.




This role is physically demanding and will often involve manual outdoor field duties to be carried out on a daily, weekly or regular basis in all conditions, and, sometimes in semi-remote areas.
Candidates should have a reasonable level of fitness and health and without significant medical issues that will prevent undertaking the inherent tasks of a field based Ranger.
You will demonstrate a strong personal work ethic and actively participate and contribute to a agile and supportive team environment.
We're looking for someone with
Experience in customer service with good interpersonal skills and ability to confidently engage with visitors
Demonstrated experience in self-motivation, time management and working autonomously
Good manual handling skills in a range of field based maintenance tasks and practical use of tools and equipment
Completion or progress in a Conservation & Land Management qualification or similar would be an advantage
Available to work on weekends and public holidays.
(Min 10 weekend days over the 3-month term).
An interest and passion for environmental conservation, park management and providing quality visitor facilities.
Application Close date: 18 October ****
We value a culture where everyone can be themselves at work, regardless of background, orientation, age or gender.
Employment Requirements
Parks Victoria is committed to child safety and has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children, in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards.
All prospective employees to undergo a National Police Record Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencing employment.
Applications close Wednesday 14 October **** at *****pm
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