• Enjoy a healthy work life balance in this fixed term role
• Thrive in a supportive and motivated team culture
• Opportunities for personal and professional development in environment and leadership

About the role:

You will be working with a team of dedicated staff to deliver a range of park management programs requiring a level of environmental and service expertise and the position will be accountable for personal performance. The Ranger will demonstrate a strong personal work ethic and actively participate in a team environment ensuring that the overall success of the team is considered to be an outcome of individual success. You will be adaptable and flexible to on the ground service requirements in order to ensure superior park management services are achieved at all times.

The South Gippsland District contains some of Victoria's most beautiful coastal line, RAMSAR wetlands, many national parks and reserves, including Victoria's largest Marine National Park. There are many small coastal and regional communities, from Foster, Toora, Leongatha, Wonthaggi and Inverloch, which contain all the services you would need including high quality schools, medical infrastructure and a variety of employment opportunities.

We're looking for someone with

• Tertiary qualification in Environmental / Marine Science, Park Management or equivalent experience is preferable
• Demonstrated experience in self-management and supervisory skills
• Demonstrated experience in customer service, with highly developed communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge of computer software including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Ability to operate and maintain small plant and equipment including chainsaws and or construction skills would be an advantage
• The incumbent must be available to work weekends and public holidays if required

Your application will need to include:

• A current Resume
• A cover letter

Application Closing date: Sunday 30 March 2025

Sound like you?

If this sounds like you, and you would like to help South Gippsland continue to protect outstanding natural values and visitor service sites, then we would like to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion about the role, call Matt Hoskins on (03) 84272604 or apply online.

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.

Parks Victoria recognises diversity and inclusion is everyone's business. We value a culture where everyone can be themselves at work, regardless of background, orientation, age or gender, that brings out our best, values everyone's contribution and works within a flexible working environment, ultimately reflecting the community we serve.