Ranger

The Bairnsdale team as a Ranger and help protect and enhance Victoria’s parks and reserves through conservation programs, asset maintenance, visitor engagement and land management activities. Working as part of a dedicated team, you'll contribute to biodiversity conservation, Traditional Owner partnerships, fire and emergency management, and the delivery of outstanding visitor experiences in some of Victoria’s most iconic natural landscapes.
Job Details
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Department: Parks Victoria
Work Type: Fixed term - full time
Job Function: Natural Resource Management
Classification: PVO2
Work Location: Bairnsdale - Outer Gippsland area
Reference: VG/-080726/1935651R
Closing Date: 20-Aug-2026
Salary Range: $59,511 - $79,626
Job Duration: Fixed term until Jan 2027
Attachments: PD - Fixed Term Ranger - Bairnsdale.pdf (PDF, 191KB)


Contact: Lisa Brooks
lisa.brooks@parks.vic.gov.au

Position Details

  • Enjoy work-life balance with flexible work and a supportive culture.
  • Work in stunning natural settings, protecting Victoria's landscapes.
  • A great mix of outdoor and project work.
  • Fixed-term until January 2027

About the role

Rangers use their skills and experience to manage, protect and maintain park values and assets, support great visitor experiences and to protect biodiversity. As part of a committed team, you'll be helping to manage a network of parks and reserves that contain campgrounds, day visitor areas, walking tracks, roads and 4WD tracks, that draw thousands of visitors each year. You'll also be involved in pest plant and animal management, native vegetation management, Traditional Owner engagement, fire and emergency management, visitor engagement, and compliance activities.

About Parks Victoria

Parks Victoria's vision is to be a world-class park service, ensuring healthy parks for healthy people. It is a statutory authority with the responsibility for managing an expanding and diverse estate covering more than 4 million hectares or about 17 per cent of Victoria.

We're looking for someone with:

  • Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or experience in conservation, land management or field-based work.
  • Practical skills maintaining assets, infrastructure or natural areas.
  • Ability to work safely in outdoor and physically demanding environments.
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills.
  • A pro-active approach to problem-solving and delivering quality outcomes.
  • coxswain qualifications would be desirable but not essential

Your application will need to include:

  • A Current Resume
  • A Cover Letter

Application Close date: Thursday 20th August 2026

Sound like you?

For a confidential discussion about the role, call Lisa Brooks on 0407 292 589 or apply online!

If you don't hold every skill or experience detailed above, please don't rule yourself out. We focus on hiring people who value collaboration and integrity. We value a culture where everyone can be themselves at work, regardless of background, orientation, age or gender.

If this resonates with you, then please consider applying or getting in touch to discuss.

Employment Requirements

Parks Victoria is committed to child safety and has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children, in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards. All prospective employees to undergo a National Police Record Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencing employment.


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