Help protect and maintain the natural, cultural and built assets of Point Nepean National Park while delivering safe and memorable visitor experiences. As part of a supportive team, you'll undertake hands-on park management, asset maintenance and conservation work in one of Victoria's most iconic coastal landscapes.
- Great balance of outdoor and project work
- Thrive in a supportive and motivated team culture
- Work with a skilled and motivated team in one of Victoria's iconic parks
About the role
As a Ranger, you are responsible for supporting the provision of Visitor Experiences and the delivery of on-ground management and maintenance of a wide range of built park assets including; signage, walking tracks, boardwalks, lookouts, toilets, picnicking facilities and furniture, coastal access points, and associated minor assets within Pt Nepean National Park, ensuring that visitors safely enjoy passive recreation in natural areas, while also protecting the environment that makes the national park special.
You will demonstrate a strong personal work ethic, have good initiative and actively participate and contribute to a dynamic and supportive team.
This role is physically demanding and will often involve manual outdoor field duties carried out on a daily, weekly or regular basis in all weather conditions, and, sometimes in semi-remote areas. Candidates should have a reasonable level of fitness and health without significant medical issues or physical constraints that could prevent them from undertaking the inherent tasks of a field-based Ranger.
We're looking for someone with:
- Relevant tertiary qualifications for on-ground management of Parks Victoria estate, such as environmental science, natural resource management, conservation and land management, and / or, relevant outdoor industry technical skills in carpentry, landscaping, grounds maintenance, arboriculture or another related trade.
- Experience and skills in on-ground built asset maintenance and construction activities, including the routine tracking and safety monitoring of park facilities and assets.
- Experience and skills with small motorised equipment such as brush cutters, chainsaws, power tools and / or licences and qualifications for relevant minor plant operation, such as truck, tractor, ATV, chipper and small earthmoving machinery etc.
- Demonstrated self-motivation and personal organisation, time management and ability to work autonomously and with initiative.
- Good personal verbal and written communication skills and confidence to engage with other staff, park visitors and stakeholders.
Your application will need to include:
- A Current Resume
- A Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria
Application Close date: 20th September 2026
Sound like you?
For a confidential discussion about the role, call Kevin Alexander (Ranger Team Leader Pt Nepean Operations) on 0400 109 505 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.
