As a Ranger you'll be providing exceptional experiences for visitors to the Bacchus Marsh's parks and reserves!
As a Ranger you'll be providing exceptional experiences for visitors to the Bacchus Marsh's parks and reserves!
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Parks Victoria
(52 reviews)
Company Profile
Company overview
Website
Industry
Arts & Cultural Services
Specialities
Land Management, Conservation, Natural Resource Management, Fire and Emergency Management
Company size
101-1,000
Primary location
Level 10, 535 Bourke Street Melbourne Victoria 3000 AUSTRALIA
Naarm, Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung and Bunurong Country
Parks Victoria is a statutory authority, created by the Parks Victoria Act 1998 and reporting to the Minister.We are responsible for managing an expanding and diverse estate covering more than 4 million hectares, or about 17 per cent, of Victoria.We manage parks in the context of their surrounding landscape and in partnership with Traditional Owners.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. It is our primary responsibility to ensure parks are healthy and resilient for current and future generations.
Jobs at Parks Victoria
Based on your search activitySenior financial accountant delivering accurate reporting, strong governance and expert advice to support decision-making across Parks Victoria team!!
Senior financial accountant delivering accurate reporting, strong governance and expert advice to support decision-making across Parks Victoria team!!
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Our mission statement
We inspire Victorians to protect and enjoy our unique natural and cultural heritage.
Reviews overview
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What’s it like working at Parks Victoria?
AI summary of recent reviews
Employees at Parks Victoria appreciate the passionate and dedicated colleagues, particularly the rangers and on-ground staff who care deeply about conservation and the environment. The work/life balance is excellent, with flexibility to work from home and adjust schedules as needed. Staff value the meaningful nature of the work, knowing they are contributing to the preservation of Victoria's parks and natural heritage, and enjoy the opportunity to work in beautiful outdoor locations. There are also opportunities for professional development through promotions, secondments, and independent project work.
However, there are some potential challenges, including the need for stronger senior leadership and management with clearer vision and strategic direction. The technology and systems are dated and require modernisation to improve efficiency. The workplace culture, particularly in head office, has faced challenges due to recent organisational changes. Bureaucratic processes and red tape can slow down decision-making, though efforts are being made to address this. Additionally, budget constraints and limited resources can create gaps between capabilities and expectations, and the organisation can sometimes be resistant to new ideas and change.
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Recent reviews
4.0
Sales and Customer Services Officer
Apr 2026Tidal River VIC 39601 to 2 years in the role, former employee
It was very fun to work down there but can be draining living outdoors
The good thingsLiving at the beach with other people my age and meeting new people
The challengesLiving in a tent and having to cook outside on a stove
4.0
Human Resources Officer
Jul 2025Melbourne VIC 30004 to 5 years in the role, current employee
An organisation that truly supports work/life balance but has its challenges
The good thingsIn my time at Parks Victoria, I've been really grateful for the work/life balance it has provided and being able to work flexibly. It's an organisation that has plenty of down-to-earth, ethical people who care about the environment and are passionate about making a change. There are opportunities to grow and develop up to a certain level. You can also get a chance to visit some of the iconic parks if you're keen and the staff out in the parks are always so welcoming.
The challengesDespite my overall positive experience, Parks Victoria does have it's genuine challenges. In recent times, it has gone through plenty of change which has impacted the wider culture. Thanks to the new CEO, business processes are now improving with the recent reduction of red tape, though the HRIS systems are still outdated and require updating. A key challenge has been working under Senior Leaders who have either not been capable or are clearly not a culture fit for Parks Victoria. A renewal of the Executive Leadership team provides hope for the future.
2.0
Manager
Jun 2025Melbourne VIC 300017 to 18 years in the role, former employee
Really exciting public function and passionate staff let down by poor leadership and lack of funding
The good thingsParks Victoria has such an important and exciting role and has so many amazing landscapes, volunteers and staff.
The challengesMost of the senior leaders over the past five years were really average in their roles, ignored staff and stakeholder feedback and Parks Vic for almost all staff became an unworkable environment resulting in high staff turn over and significant stakeholder anger.
Poor behaviour was not called out, toxic staff were recruited and retained and significant intervention from state government stifled any level of staff efficiency and function. The organisation has lost its direction and sense of purpose and became caught up in noble causes and issues not key to successful park and land management.
This along with significant population and park visitation growth combined by ever decreasing budges meant a huge gap between staff and visitor expectations and what we could do.
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