Land & Sea Ranger Program
About the Program
The Danggan Balun Aboriginal Corporation is establishing an exciting new Land and Sea Ranger Program across the entirety of our Country. This is a historic opportunity for Yugambeh people to fulfill our long-held aspirations and ongoing obligations to Care for Country.
In genuine partnership with Everick Foundation and Queensland Parks and Wildlife Services and Partnerships, we are building a ranger team that will manage and protect our traditional lands and waters for generations to come.
Our Vision & Aspirations
Caring for Country, Creating Futures
The Danggan Balun Land and Sea Ranger Program represents more than employment—it's about reconnecting with Country, maintaining our cultural practices, and building capacity within our community.
What We Aim to Achieve:
Cultural Connection & Knowledge Transfer
Facilitate intergenerational transfer of Traditional Knowledge
Strengthen Yugambeh language and culture through on-Country work
Support young people to learn from Elders and experienced rangers
Maintain and protect cultural heritage sites
Environmental Stewardship
Develop and implement a whole-of-Country management plan led by Yugambeh people
Manage critical natural values including World Heritage areas
Undertake biodiversity conservation and threatened species management
Control invasive species and protect native habitat
Monitor and manage freshwater and Sea Country
Employment & Community Wellbeing
Create meaningful, sustainable employment for Yugambeh people
Prioritise opportunities for Yugambeh women (aiming for 50% women rangers)
Provide pathways from trainee to coordinator and leadership roles
Build skills through accredited training and on-the-job experience
Support our people's health and wellbeing through connection to Country
Partnerships & Growth
Build strong collaborative relationships with land management partners
Explore fee-for-service opportunities to grow program sustainability
Expand our scope over time to include additional landowners
Share knowledge and learn from other ranger groups and research organisations
Position Opportunities
We are recruiting for a range of positions to build our ranger team:
Ranger Positions (Indigenous Only)
Full-time Rangers - permanent ongoing positions
Part-time Rangers - flexible ongoing positions
Casual Rangers - casual/seasonal work
Trainee Rangers - entry-level positions with training
Cultural Advisers - specialised cultural knowledge roles
Coordinator & Support Positions
Ranger Coordinator - team leadership and project coordination
Administrative Support - office and project administration
We are committed to employing Yugambeh people first, with a strong focus on creating opportunities for women. All ranger positions are Indigenous-only positions.