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Join to apply for the Senior Conservation Ranger role at City of Gold CoastThe Natural Areas Conservation (NAC) business unit is responsible for the day-to-day management and presentation of a 14,000-hectare estate rich in biodiversity. Our dedicated team protects, enhances, and promotes the Citys conservation reserves that stretch from the McPherson Range to Southern Moreton Bay.About The RoleThe Senior Conservation Ranger is responsible for coordinating audits, service delivery, and continuous improvement across the Citys Natural Areas. The role involves overseeing contractors, mentoring Rangers, and providing technical expertise to resolve operational and environmental challenges. With a focus on vegetation management, fire trails, recreational assets, and park boundary security, the position ensures assets are maintained to a high standard. The role also manages budgets, supports Councillor and customer enquiries, promotes a strong safety culture, and uses GIS and data systems to guide conservation outcomes.Key dutiesCoordinate annual audits and maintenance processes for managing the Citys Natural Areas, including Interface Management Zones, the fire trail network, recreational assets, and other park boundary and security infrastructure.Oversee vegetation management, track and trail maintenance, fencing, mowing, and landscaping service providers to ensure high-quality outcomes.Mentor Conservation Rangers in program delivery and emergency response tasks.Provide technical advice and support to resolve complex issues such as encroachments, flying-fox management, asset damage, and safety concerns.Manage and monitor both capital and operational budgets.Prepare advice and provide timely correspondence to Councillors and customers.Champion and strengthen NACs safety culture, ensuring staff and contractors operate safely in remote and high-risk areas.Physical fitness for duty.Why join us?Contribute to bushfire management across the Citys conservation estate.Work on meaningful nature-based recreation projects.Join a dedicated team committed to preserving the unique biodiversity of the Gold Coast.How To ApplyClick ''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 need to be less than 2MB in size and PDF format is preferred. If you encounter technical issues when applying, please email [email protected] 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. Please 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.ContactMichael [email protected] 07 55811566Closing DateTuesday November 4, 2025Applications close at 10.30 pm on the listed closing date.SupplementaryWere committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture. We value the diverse makeup of our workforce and consider all qualified candidates for employment, irrespective of race, age, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or other protected characteristics by law.Seniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionOtherIndustriesGovernment Administration #J-18808-Ljbffr