Overview
2 x Permanent OO5 Ranger (Assets) positions - Townsville, Airlie Beach, Charters Towers or Hughenden.
Support operational teams and engage with diverse networks to deliver asset-related projects. Work as part of a team to manage projects, assets and procurement. Verify maintenance activities are undertaken and assets comply with legislative provisions, codes and standards. Regularly travel to remote bases within the Savanna Management Unit or Lower Burdekin Management Unit.
If you have experience managing projects and a desire to expand your skills in infrastructure management, we would love to hear from you.
Looking for a permanent role as Ranger (Assets)? Are you passionate about protecting Queensland\'s natural areas and skilled in managing infrastructure and assets? We are seeking a motivated and practical individual to join our team as an OO5 Ranger (Assets). Based in Charters Towers, Townsville, Hughenden, or Airlie Beach, you will travel regularly to various protected areas and State forests across central and northwest Queensland, working in some of the State\'s most remote locations and stunning environments.
Responsibilities
* Plan, deliver, and report on infrastructure and asset programs.
* Develop and coordinate the annual maintenance program for ranger bases and visitor infrastructure.
* Lead teams, collaborate with others, or work independently depending on the task.
* Travel regularly to remote and sometimes isolated locations; work and camp in remote environments.
* Operate on a roster, which may include weekend work.
* Support operational teams with fire management duties, including bushfire suppression, and assist with other emergency response situations.
Qualifications and Skills
* Be organised, practical, and comfortable working in outdoor environments; a reasonable level of physical fitness is required.
* No formal tertiary qualifications required; a White Card for Construction is essential.
* Construction-related experience, particularly in procurement and managing small to medium-scale construction projects, is highly desirable.
* Current, unrestricted manual driver\'s licence is mandatory; you will be required to drive government vehicles, including four-wheel drives, as part of daily and fieldwork duties.
Additional Information
* This is a unique opportunity to contribute to Queensland\'s natural heritage while pursuing a rewarding and challenging career.
* Applications to remain current for 12 months.
* Job Ad Reference: QLD/678152/26
* Closing Date: Friday, 27 February 2026
* Occupational group: Primary Industry & Environment
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