Senior Ranger - Reserves

We are excited to offer:

• Full time position - 7-day roster pattern (Mon to Sun) & public holidays as required
• Paid Rostered Day Off (RDO) arrangement
• $39.40 per hour (first 3 months), then $43.25 per hour (Annual Salary $85,000) +11% Superannuation
• A leadership position in a diverse team of research-lead land and wildlife management experts
• Stunning coastal work location, with one of Australia's leading conservation and sustainable Ecotourism organisations.

The Role
In line with the five-year Conservation Plan and in consultation with the Conservation Department leadership team, the Senior Ranger – Reserves, will prioritise, plan and lead the implementation of a broad range of projects that protect and enhance the environmental and cultural values across the Nature Parks and Millowl, more broadly, whilst maintaining a positive and safe visitor experience.
This is a diverse, hands-on role that will work collaboratively with other Conservation Department team members to implement a range of projects. More specifically, fire and emergency management will feature strongly in this role.
Key Selection Criteria

• A proven ability to pro-actively plan, co-ordinate, implement, monitor and evaluate conservation and land management programs.
• A proven ability to procure and manage external contractors from project inception to completion.
• Qualifications and experience in fire and emergency management, preparedness and response on public land.
• A sound understanding of habitat restoration principles and practices.
• Sound leadership skills including the ability to train and mentor staff
• Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills including writing, analytical and reporting skills
• Ability to work within a team environment and form good working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

To commence your journey with us, the following is required:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Environmental Science/Natural Resource Management (or equivalent) and/or relevant field experience
• General Firefighter and Crew Leader qualification or higher such as Operations Officer or Planned Burn Operations Officer
• A current Manual driver’s licence
• Working with Children Check
• First Aid Certificate Level 2 and CPR
• Willingness to undertake a medical and fitness test to carry out fire management activities.

nrmjobs.com.au/job/20020928
Date published:
22-Feb-2024
Closing date:
11-Mar-2024