Ranger
If you’re passionate about conserving Queensland’s parks, forests, and wildlife, and want ‘the great outdoors’ as your office, become a QPWS&P Ranger.
- Type: full time
- Location: queensland
- Applications By: 30th October 2026
Position Title: Ranger
Location: All Queensland locations
Remuneration: $70,023 to $74,354 p.a.
If you’re passionate about conserving Queensland’s parks, forests, and wildlife, and want ‘the great outdoors’ as your office, become a QPWS&P Ranger
The OO3 Ranger Intake Scheme
An entry pathway for permanent and/or temporary QPWS&P Ranger roles across Queensland, including Indigenous Identified and Diverse Ability Designated positions. It offers:
• Diverse, impactful roles in conservation, wildlife protection, visitor safety, and/or education.
• Locations across the State with varied landscapes and communities.
• Career progression and development opportunities.
What you need to know before applying
• Must hold a current, unrestricted manual driver’s licence. (P Plates are acceptable)
• Some roles may require a current Blue Card.
• Applications remain current for 3 months unless withdrawn; you can update or resubmit anytime.
How to apply
• Download and review the Position Description and eligibility requirements.
• If this is the job for you, hit the ‘Apply online’ button below.
• Fill in your details and submit your current resume highlighting relevant experience.
• Select ‘Next’ and complete the questionnaire.
If you meet mandatory requirements, you’ll be invited to complete a more detailed questionnaire covering location preferences, skills, experience, fieldwork/travel availability, overnight stays, and roster participation. Your application cannot progress without completing this step.
Selection process
Assessment may include interviews and/or work tests, plus pre-employment checks (including referees). Adjustments to the process are available on request, contact [email protected] for assistance.
Further information https://www.detsi.qld.gov.au/our-department/employment/whywork-with-us
Enquiries: [email protected]
Job Ad Reference: QLD/703711/26
Application Details: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-703711-26
Closing Date: Friday, 30th October 2026