- Ranger Grade 1-2
- Package $81,057 - $125,199 + super + leave loading
- Three full-time ongoing roles
- Located in Bourke
- The successful candidates may be eligible for additional financial support on top of their salary package. This may include a remote area allowance and additional subsidies such as relocation support.
- Visa sponsorship may be available for the right candidate.
Do you want to work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage
What we can offer you
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is a great place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge.
- Package includes base salary of $69,280 - $107,008 and a 17% loading for working weekends and public holidays.
- Successful candidates may be eligible for up to an additional 10 days of leave per annum.
- Accrued days off in addition to annual leave.
- A remote area allowance may be available to successful candidates starting at $3,680 p.a. and can be more depending on individual circumstances.
- Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training.
- Visa sponsorship may be available for the right candidate.
- Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport.
About the roles
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is inviting adventurous and passionate Rangers to join our collaborative and supportive team working in this vibrant Outback community. Our Bourke Area staff are passionate about the spectacular reserves they manage. Our visitors come from all walks of life, and so do we! Our teams bring their full self to the job every day, helping drive innovation for us. There are many great sources of information if you are considering applying for a role that would require you to relocate. Check out local tourism websites, council websites or contact the hiring manager. Hear from our team in Western NSW.
Whilst based in Bourke, each of the three roles will work in differing reserves and Parks in the region: Culgoa and Gundabooka National Parks, Ledknapper and Nocoleche Nature Reserves and our newest land acquisitions Thurloo Downs Station, Cuttaburra and Brindingabba National Parks. You'll love the diversity, flexibility, and autonomy of these roles and enjoy the variety of travel and making a difference in the management of our natural, historic and Aboriginal heritage.
Our Rangers are responsible for undertaking, coordinating and supervising projects, environmental assessments, visitor and stakeholder liaison, and field-based activities including burn planning/wildfire management and law enforcement. Your strong communication skills will assist you in tackling evolving reserve management priorities. Outdoor duties such as pest, weed and fire management, consulting and coordination will balance indoor work like project management and providing administrative support to the Board of Management for Jointly Managed reserves in the region. You'll form invaluable professional relationships with Traditional Owners, various commonwealth and state agencies and stakeholders.
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles for use in Bourke only of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next 18 months.
About you
Your skills and knowledge of natural land management strategies will help build your success in this role. You'll create a positive, safe, diverse, and inclusive culture and be a strong decision-maker with the ability to think on your feet, you have a genuine interest in teamwork, collaboration and supporting the growth of others. Your fitness and enthusiasm will enable you to thrive and succeed in this diverse, fast-paced role. It an essential requirement you have completed a degree in a relevant field of study such as protected area management and you are required to provide a copy of your degree qualifications. Please upload your degree and academic transcript via the candidate application form.
Essential requirements
- A degree or equivalent relevant to the field operations of the Agency.
- Current Australian Class C Drivers licence or equivalent and ability to operate four-wheel-drive vehicles.
- Required to obtain certification at the appropriate level prior to undertaking firefighting/incident control duties.
- Willingness to fly in light aircraft and preparedness and ability to be involved in incident management duties including firefighting.
This is a physically active role suited to candidates of all genders who are fit, enjoy working outdoors as part of a team, and are eager to learn and develop the skills and qualifications needed to contribute toward improving and maintaining some of NSW’s most precious natural places.
Applicants must meet the requirements of a specific medical assessment which is inclusive of a clearance to undertake the fitness test for firefighting fitness roles (i.e. moderate level Task-Based Assessment for Firefighters) within the 12-month probationary period, if relevant.
The role holder must obtain certification at the appropriate level prior to undertaking firefighting/incident control duties.
To view the Role Description: Ranger
Who we are
The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state’s environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.
DCCEEW conserves and protects the state’s natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.
DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.
We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.
What we do
About NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service
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To apply
If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.
Applications close: Tuesday 19th November 2024 at 11.55pm
Should you require more information about the role please contact Tim Buckland, Team Leader Rangers, Bourke, Northern Inland Branch, NPWS on 0473 744 408 or tim.buckland@environment.nsw.gov.au
Looking for more information or assistance in applying?
If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsws.gov.au or contacting Marie-Claire Bleakley on 0407 789 021 (please mention reference number 539373).
If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.
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