Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $59,511 - $79,626
Grade: PVO2
Occupation: Land, asset, resources and facilities management
Location: Grampians - Northern Grampians
Reference: VG/1001261HGR
At Parks Victoria, we're passionate about connecting people with nature and protecting some of Victoria's most treasured landscapes. We're seeking a motivated Ranger to join our Halls Gap team and contribute to the management of the Grampians walking track network and the delivery of exceptional park experiences.
We offer:
As a Ranger based in Halls Gap, you'll primarily work in the field delivering a wide variety of works across the Grampians walking track network, including supporting the successful operation of the Grampians Peaks Trail.
Your work will have a strong practical focus, including maintaining built infrastructure and visitor facilities, signage, vegetation and drainage infrastructure along walking tracks, as well as servicing and maintaining remote campsites and engaging with visitors.
You'll also contribute to broader park management priorities across the area, applying your understanding of asset management, visitor services and land management practices. This is an active, field-based position requiring a high level of fitness to audit and maintain walking tracks.
The broader Ranger position also contributes to conservation, infrastructure and asset management, visitor management, community engagement and other operational activities across Parks Victoria's estate.
You are a practical, adaptable and team-focused person who enjoys working outdoors and is comfortable undertaking physically demanding fieldwork. You can respond flexibly to changing on-ground priorities while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality park management and positive visitor experiences.
You'll bring:
The position may involve remote work, long-distance driving including on unsealed roads, walking long distances in forests and parks, and weekend and rostered work.
Application Close date: Wednesday 28th of October
If you require further information about the position, please contact Amanda Walker on [email protected] or apply online!
To be eligible for employment at Parks Victoria you must be legally entitled to work in Australia.
Parks Victoria is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. If you are selected for an interview and require any adjustments or support throughout the recruitment process, please contact the person listed above so we can assist you.
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 will undergo a National Police Record Check and require a Working with Children Check prior to commencing employment. The position description confirms these checks form part of the selection process.