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Indigenous Land and Sea Ranger Program
Provides sustainable employment and training for Indigenous Australians to look after Country through practical land and sea management activities in their communities.
Indicative amount
Full employment wages; varies by employer
Indicative amount only — confirm on the official page
What you get
Full-time or part-time employment as a ranger. Training and career pathways in land and sea management, cultural heritage protection, biodiversity monitoring, and fire management. Wages and conditions vary by employer.
Who it's for
Relevant life events: job loss
How to apply
1. Search for ranger vacancies through your local Indigenous ranger group or NIAA website. 2. Many ranger groups have community-based recruitment. 3. Contact your Regional Land Manager or NIAA regional office.
Documents you may need
- Identity documents
- Australian citizenship or permanent residency
Informational only — confirm exact requirements on the official page.
You will be taken to www.niaa.gov.au
Last reviewed by AusSchemes: 20 April 2026