Ranger Team Leader
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| Department: | Parks Victoria |
| Work Type: | Fixed term - full time |
| Job Function: | Land Management |
| Classification: | PVO5 |
| Work Location: | Grampians Region - Northern Grampians |
| Reference: | VG/1001267RTL |
| Closing Date: | 03-Jun-2026 |
| Salary Range: | $98,128 - $105,390 |
| Job Duration: | fixed term until July 2027 |
| Attachments: | Position Description - Ranger Team Leader - Grampians C .docx (Word, 190KB) Position Description Position Description - Ranger Team Leader - Grampians C .pdf (PDF, 216KB) Position Description |
| Contact: | Charlie Richardson charlie.richardson@parks.vic.gov.au |
Position Details
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Lead iconic walking track programs, including the Grampians Peaks Trail
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Diverse leadership role across conservation, assets and visitor services
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Flexible work, career growth and meaningful environmental impact
About the role
As a key member of the Area leadership team, you will oversee a team of rangers responsible for delivering on-ground park management services across this iconic landscape. This includes leading the planning and delivery of asset and infrastructure programs, conservation activities, and visitor experience initiatives. You will play a critical role in coordinating work programs, managing resources and contractors, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard. The role also involves working closely with Traditional Owners, stakeholders and community partners to deliver positive environmental and visitor outcomes.
About Parks Victoria
We are a passionate, collaborative and purpose-driven team dedicated to protecting Victoria's natural and cultural values while enabling people to enjoy the outdoors. Parks Victoria manages more than 4 million hectares of parks and reserves, working closely with Traditional Owners, communities and partners to deliver positive environmental, cultural and social outcomes.
We're looking for someone with:
- Relevant qualifications and skills for the management of the Parks Victoria estate, such as environmental science, natural resource management, conservation and land management, outdoor education, community engagement, or a relevant trade.
- Demonstrated experience and a record of achievement working as a Ranger or in an equivalent natural resource management role, with proven ability to supervise staff and deliver complex on-ground services and projects.
- Ability to give clear direction, provide constructive feedback, and motivate staff delivering works under your supervision.
Your application will need to include:
- A Current Resume
- A Cover Letter
Application Close date: Wednesday 3nd of June 2026
Sound like you?
For a confidential discussion about the role, contact Charlie Richardson on Charlie.richardson@parks.vic.gov.au 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.
