Ranger - Central Goldfields

• Work in stunning natural settings, protecting Victoria's special places
• Enjoy a healthy work-life balance in this ongoing role
• Make a real impact for visitors, nature and the community

About the role

As a ranger you have a key role in providing exceptional experiences for visitors to Victoria's parks and reserves. You will be responsible for the on-ground management of Parks Victoria's estate, ensuring that people can enjoy the outdoors and protecting the things that make our parks and reserves so special.

You will work as part of a team in delivering a variety of projects and services including (but not limited to): working with Traditional Owners in joint management and other partnership arrangements; conservation program delivery (such as pest plants and animals, threatened species); visitor infrastructure and asset construction and maintenance (such as roads, walking tracks, day visitor areas and campgrounds); compliance and enforcement activities; the delivery of education programs; and engagement with the community, licensed tour operators and other commercial operations, and volunteers.

About Parks Victoria

Parks Victoria's estate attracts more than 100 million visits every year and we are committed to providing accessible, enjoyable, diverse programs and destinations while protecting and enhancing environmental and cultural values.

We're looking for someone with:

• Relevant tertiary qualification and/or experience in conservation, land management or field-based work
• Ability to work safely in outdoor and physically demanding environments.
• Proven ability to contribute to a collaborative and respectful team culture that promotes safety, inclusion and high performance.
• Strong interpersonal skills and excellent verbal communication.

Your application will need to include:

• A Current Resume
• A one page Cover Letter outlining your skills and experience relevant to the role

Application Close date: Friday 21st August 2026

Sound like you?

For a confidential discussion about the role, call Karen Doyle on 04•• ••• 889 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.