Bulgul Ranger Coordinator

• Location:  Bulgul Community
• Status: Full-time ongoing

We are looking for an experienced Ranger Coordinator to lead the Caring for Country Bulgul Ranger team in the Finniss and Reynolds River region of the Western Top End. This role supports rangers to deliver land and sea management activities, including seasonal fire programs, weed and feral animal control, fisheries compliance and the protection of cultural sites. You will work closely with Traditional Owners to ensure operations align with the Healthy Country Plan and seasonal work plans.

About the Role:

The position is based in Bulgul community, 200 kilometres southeast of Darwin, and reports to the Caring for Country Regional Program Coordinator. You will lead ranger field operations and deliver land, freshwater and sea country management activities aligned with Traditional Owner priorities. You will supervise and mentor rangers, coordinate day-to-day operations and ensure work is delivered safely, effectively and in line with organisational, contractual and work health and safety requirements.

This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong field capability, cultural awareness and the ability to lead teams in remote environments.

What you will bring:

You are an experienced land management professional who can lead teams in remote environments and deliver practical, on-ground outcomes. You bring strong leadership, sound judgement and a commitment to working respectfully with Traditional Owners and communities. You are confident coordinating field activities, managing competing priorities and maintaining safety and operational standards.

You are hands-on, adaptable and physically fit, with the ability to support and develop ranger teams in remote conditions.

In addition, you will have:

• A Certificate IV–level tertiary qualification in a relevant field, such as Conservation and Land Management, or extensive equivalent practical land management experience.
• A minimum of three years’ relevant supervisory experience, including leading teams, managing programs, overseeing workplace health and safety (WHS), and managing assets in a remote setting.
• Sound computer literacy skills in Microsoft Office suite of programs, including basic mapping, electronic data recording systems and GPS use.
• A current NT manual driver’s licence, with experience and willingness to undertake remote 4WD vehicle travel and light aircraft or helicopter work.

For a full copy of the Position Description refer to the link provided below.

What’s in it for you?

As a Ranger Coordinator, you will play a key role in delivering land management programs that protect Country, culture and biodiversity. You will work directly with Traditional Owners and ranger teams to deliver meaningful outcomes across some of the most culturally significant and beautiful landscapes in the Northern Territory.

We offer:

• A base salary of $88,214 per annum, plus 15% superannuation paid on base salary and district allowance.
• Salary sacrificing up to $15,900, plus meal entertainment and holiday accommodation benefits up to $2,650 per year.
• Other benefits under our Enterprise Agreement include:
• • District allowance of up to $9,926 (DA4) per annum for individuals with dependents and $6,114 (DA3) without dependents.
  • Generous leave provisions, including 5 weeks annual leave, leave loading and 18 days personal leave.
  • Paid Christmas close down;
  •  After completing 12 months of service, an annual airfare with a net, in-hand value of $3,177.

For further enquiries, please contact: Trilby Donald 0477 950 533

Applications Close: Tuesday, 25 August 2026 

This position is designated prioritised for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants under section 57 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1992 (NT). 

About the NLC

The Northern Land Council (NLC) is an independent statutory authority of the Commonwealth. Established under the Aboriginal Land Rights (Northern Territory) Act 1976, the NLC serves Traditional Owners and other Aboriginal people living in its region. Cultural knowledge and lived experience are central to our work. We are committed to enhancing Aboriginal peoples’ social, political and economic participation by supporting their aspirations and amplifying their voices on issues affecting their lands, seas, culture and communities.