Posted 15d ago

Wildlife Officer

Queensland Government Garbutt QLD 4814

Temporary Full time
Base pay
$82,859 - $90,868
Fortnightly salary: $3,176.00 - $3,483.00

Key points we found

  • Deliver services to conserve and protect native and threatened wildlife.
  • Work collaboratively in a team and lead a small team.
  • Operate in remote northern Queensland, requiring travel.

Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation (DETSI) (Queensland Parks and Wildlife Services)

  1. Temporary Full time
  2. $3,176.00 - $3,483.00 per fortnight, $82,859 - $90,868 annually
  3. Generous superannuation

The team operates in remote northern Queensland. Based in Cairns, travel will be required. Coxswains 3 or higher would be ideal.

We are seeking a wildlife officer who is able to work collaboratively in a team, with experience in leading a small team.

The team operates in remote northern Queensland to deliver services to conserve and protect native and threatened wildlife and associated habitat. Travel will be required, however you would be based out Cairns. The preferred candidate will have a minimum of coxswain 3 and able to obtain a coxswain 2 within 6 months of employment.

A broad skill set in operational tasks and equipment use and maintenance in remote isolated areas, along with proficient administrative skill set would be ideal.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/683613/26

Closing Date: Friday, 10 April 2026

Candidates apply for your job on LINK: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-683613-26

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Skills
Administrative skills
Coxswain 3 or higher
Equipment use and maintenance
Habitat Management
LEADERSHIP
Navigation and Boating Skills
operational tasks
Remote area operations
Team Leadership in Remote Settings
TEAMWORK
Wildlife Conservation

Perks & benefits
Generous Superannuation

More details
Expiring date
10 Apr 2026
Date posted
24 Mar 2026
Category
Science, Technology & Environment
Occupation
Other
Contract type
Temporary
Work type
Full time
Job mode
Onsite / Standard business hours
Industry
Public Administration and Safety
Sector
Government

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