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Join to apply for the Conservation Rangers Leader role at City of Gold Coast1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Conservation Rangers Leader role at City of Gold CoastAbout The TeamThe Natural Areas Conservation (NAC) business unit sits within the Conservation Branch of the Environment, Heritage and Resilience Department. It is responsible for the day-to-day management and presentation of the Citys 14,000-hectare natural area estate. Stretching from the McPherson Range to Southern Moreton Bay, this estate contains some of the most biologically diverse and significant conservation reserves in the region. The NAC team is dedicated to protecting and enhancing these areas, ensuring they are managed sustainably and remain accessible and safe for the community.About The TeamThe Natural Areas Conservation (NAC) business unit sits within the Conservation Branch of the Environment, Heritage and Resilience Department. It is responsible for the day-to-day management and presentation of the Citys 14,000-hectare natural area estate. Stretching from the McPherson Range to Southern Moreton Bay, this estate contains some of the most biologically diverse and significant conservation reserves in the region. The NAC team is dedicated to protecting and enhancing these areas, ensuring they are managed sustainably and remain accessible and safe for the community.About Your New RoleYoull ensure that conservation areas are well-maintained, safe, and aligned with best practice land managementbalancing biodiversity protection with public access and amenity. Your leadership will foster team pride, resilience, and accountability while supporting broader community and environmental outcomes. You will lead a dedicated team of four Rangers, coordinating daily operational activities to ensure the effective management and protection of the Citys 14,000-hectare conservation estate, which spans 900 reserves across four regional zones.Your focus will include providing high-quality customer service to over 30,000 park neighbours by managing complaints, encroachments, and humanwildlife conflicts; overseeing annual fire trail condition scoring and contributing to wildfire incident control and hazard reduction burns; and coordinating assessments and minor works to maintain park safety and accessibility, including signage, fencing, erosion control, and drainage improvements.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the team responsible for the day-to-day management of the Citys 14,000-hectare conservation estate, overseeing operational works, inspections, maintenance, and resolution of park management issues.Coordinate and support field audits, including fire trail condition scoring, asset inspections, and interface management zone assessments to ensure compliance with standards and timely rectification of issues.Drive continuous improvement of business processes, enhancing systems for reporting, scheduling, data capture, and service delivery across the team.Manage Councillor and community requests, ensuring timely, professional responses and accurate tracking of outcomes.Oversee park infrastructure including gates, fencing, signage and drainage and the delivery of minor capital worksCoordinate vegetation management by Supervising the issuing and managing of work orders for contractors in relation to fire trails, recreational infrastructure, and private property interfaces.Champion workplace health and safety, promoting a strong safety culture and ensuring compliance with WHS procedures, especially in remote or high-risk environments.Support operational budgets and contract management, assisting with procurement, tracking progress, and contributing to governance and performance reporting.Prepare business cases, scoping documents, and Council reports, providing sound technical advice to support strategic and operational conservation objectives.We''re Looking For People Who HaveWere seeking a team leader with a strong background in conservation land management and a passion for delivering both environmental and community outcomes. Youll bring:Proven ability to lead, support, and motivate teams, fostering a high-performance culture that delivers on operational goals.Demonstrated experience in project and contract management, particularly within natural areas or environmental services.Excellent customer service and stakeholder engagement skills, including the ability to navigate complex community and Councillor issues with professionalism.Strong financial and business management capability, with a track record of supporting budgets, optimising resources, and driving operational efficiencies.Commitment to continuous improvement, including innovation in business systems, reporting tools, and workflows to enhance service delivery.Sound knowledge of WHS practices, especially for remote and high-risk field environments, and a demonstrated commitment to team safety.Highly developed verbal and written communication skills, including report writing, correspondence, and presentations to internal and external stakeholders.A Bachelor of Environmental Science (or equivalent knowledge and experience in conservation or land management).Be part of shaping the Gold Coast''s futureThe Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.BenefitsWe care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia and we have a range of benefits to helpyou create the right balance:9-day fortnightFlexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid/work from home options, flexible working hours and locationsPersonal and professional development coursesAccess to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or an immediate family member1 free nutritionist and financial advice session per yearA professional, and inclusive work environment working with modern equipmentA work environment committed to safety as our number 1 priorityWe pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community. We''re committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture.How to applyFor more information, view the position brief by clicking the paperclip icon in the top right corner of this screen.Click ''Apply'' to submit your online application. Upload your Resume with a Cover Letter (of no more than 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes would allow you to achieve success in this role.Documents needs to be less than 2MB in size and PDF format is preferred. If you encounter technical issues when applying, please email recruitment@goldcoast.qld.gov.auOur selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.Contact PersonMichael DuncanContact Numbermduncan@goldcoast.qld.gov.auClosing DateMonday 11 August 2025Please note applications for all of our vacancies close at 10.30pm on the listed closing date.The City of Gold Coast is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are committed to supporting an environment where all employees, regardless of their differences or similarities, feel valued, respected and supported. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons are encouraged to apply.Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionOtherIndustriesGovernment AdministrationReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at City of Gold Coast by 2xGet notified about new Ranger jobs in Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia.Content & Community Coordinator: Digital MarketingWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr