Ranger Operations Lead

About the Role

You’ll be the top field leader for ranger operations at ASARTR—planning and executing threat-led patrols, building team readiness and safety, and turning field information into action through briefings, debriefs, and reporting. The Ranger Section Lead (2IC) reports to you; Patrol Leads report via sections.

What You’ll Be Doing

Lead day-to-day ranger operations; set patrol objectives and standards aligned to EMS SOPs and Malaysian law.

Plan, task, and supervise anti-poaching / protection patrols and targeted operations (intelligence / threat-led, risk-assessed).

Mentor and performance-manage Section Leads (2IC) and Patrol Leads ; run refreshers / drills for fieldcraft and safety.

Conduct briefings / debriefs ; capture lessons and ensure changes to tactics, routes, equipment, and comms.

Manage readiness : rosters, duty schedules, welfare, discipline, safeguarding, and H&S compliance.

Oversee logistics & assets (4×4 vehicles, radios, GPS, cameras, uniforms, field kits); inventories and servicing.

Use SMART / camera-trap outputs with analysts to guide weekly / monthly planning and management reviews.

Produce clear operations reports (outputs, incidents, seizures, arrests, intel notes); support audits / donors as needed.

Liaise professionally with agencies, communities, and NGO partners for joint operations and problem-solving.

Uphold legal / ethical compliance, incident reporting, evidence handling, and duty of care at all times.

What We’re Looking For (Requirements)

Based in / willing to relocate to Jerantut, Pahang , with rotational deployments to Mat Daling / Pasir Raja .

Own transport (car) + valid driving licence; frequent travel Jerantut ↔ field bases .

7+ years in conservation / field operations or uniformed services, with ≥4 years leading patrol / protection teams.

Proven tactical field skills ; excellent fitness for multi-day treks ( 20–25 kg ), river crossings, steep terrain, adverse weather.

Strong leadership, coaching, and communication (Bahasa Malaysia with workable English).

Knowledge of Malaysia’s conservation / legal landscape; clean record and high integrity .

Operational planning : writes taskings / ops orders and risk assessments; runs effective briefings / debriefs.

Navigation & comms : maps / compass / GPS basics; radio procedure and disciplined field comms.

Data-informed : uses SMART / patrol outputs to prioritise effort; delivers accurate ops / section reports on time.

Computer-literate & organised : email / docs / sheets; comfortable with EMS templates / tools.

Preferred (Nice to Have)

Uniformed services background (military / police), ideally senior NCO–equivalent leadership (e.g., Sgt Major / WO).

First aid / wilderness first aid; radio / ICS exposure.

Experience running rotations / rosters , welfare oversight, and readiness checks.

SMART planning familiarity; QGIS basics for simple operation / patrol maps.

Inter-agency operations with PERHILITAN / Forestry / Police / NGOs; clear incident / donor reporting.

Willing to undergo background / reference checks and relevant medical clearance.

What We Offer

Competitive salary, medical benefits , annual leave & public holidays.

Rotational support : Accommodation, meals, and travel allowance (Jerantut ↔ Mat Daling / Pasir Raja).

Supportive, mission-driven team and strong operational backing.

Notes

Field ops may involve evenings / weekends / public holidays; remote terrain and adverse weather; 20–25 kg load treks.

Must comply with EMS safeguarding, H&S, anti-corruption, data protection, and lawful conduct procedures.

Why You Should Apply

Lead a front-line protection programme with visible conservation outcomes.

Build and mentor an elite ranger unit and set the standards for safety and readiness.

Run data-led, threat-focused operations and see your decisions used immediately on the ground.

How to Apply

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