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Ready to lead in the wild? We seek an OO5 Ranger in Cairns to manage field operations, conserve natural beauty, and foster Indigenous partnerships. Join us to bridge cultural heritage and conservation, while supervising a dynamic outdoor focused team.The Queensland Government is searching for a dedicated OO5 Ranger to join the Cairns South management team, an agile unit collaborating closely with local Indigenous ranger groups. This supervisory role offers the opportunity to oversee a field-based team, working directly under the Ranger in Charge and playing a crucial part in managing the breathtaking protected areas within the region.Responsibilities include:Guiding the daily operations of park management across five vital sectors: Pest Management, Fire Management, Estate Management, Visitor Management, and Assets and Safety.Ensuring the seamless maintenance of infrastructure, ranging from visitor amenities and tracks to firebreaks, and the upkeep of equipment and machinery.Safeguarding the vision of Queensland''s national parks as protected, accessible, and valuable natural heritages.Cooperating with community members and stakeholders within the framework of several legislative guidelines including the Nature Conservation Act, Recreation Areas Management Act, and others.Engaging in natural and cultural resource conservation, ensuring equitable access to safe sustainable recreational opportunities, managing multiple-use areas, and fostering nature-based business development through effective communication and education.As an OO5 Ranger, you must be physically fit and comfortable working in remote areas with challenging terrains and sometimes absent mobile reception. This role is field-oriented, assisting a small work unit in the Cairns South region and coordinating closely with First Nation traditional owner groups.Applications will remain current for 12 months.Occupational group: Primary Industry & Environment #J-18808-Ljbffr