Parks Victoria is looking for a Ranger to be part of a fantastic team to develop and manage the new Suburban Parks!

• opportunity to work in a diverse team
• Healthy work-life balance
• Work in the exciting new suburban parks

About the role:

As a ranger you will undertake activities requiring a level of environmental and service expertise and the position will be accountable for personal performance. You will work in a team environment; your day-to-day tasks will range from visitor experience to hands-on environmental work. Your core duties include stakeholder management (contractors, volunteers, internal stakeholders) and works including pest plant and animal management and park asset maintenance.

We're looking for someone with:

• Experience in customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated experience in self-management and supervisory skills.
• Relevant level of knowledge of regulations and compliance procedures.
• Practical experience in field-based work, use of power tools/hand tools, maintenance and operation of small equipment such as chainsaws/brush cutters.

Your application will need to include:

• A current Resume
• A Cover Letter 

Application Closing date: Sunday, 05 January 2025

About the Branch:

The Suburban Parks team has an exciting and challenging future with the development and maintenance of 1000 hectares over three Park areas. These Suburban Parks are rich in cultural heritage and biodiversity values that are a major focus for the team at Parks Victoria.

Sound like you?

If this sounds like you, and you would like to help build on our on-ground delivery activities, then we would like to hear from you. For a confidential discussion about the role, call Daniel Cameron on 0427 603 926 or apply online!

Organisational Commitments

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.

Parks Victoria recognises diversity and inclusion is everyone's business. We value a culture where everyone can be themselves at work, regardless of background, orientation, age or gender, that brings out our best, values everyone's contribution and works within a flexible working environment, ultimately reflecting the community we serve.

Only people with Australian Citizenship, Permanent Residency or a non-citizen with a valid visa that provides work rights may apply for this position.