About the role
One Temporary Full-time opportunity up to 30 June 2027.
One Temporary Full-time opportunity up to 18 August 2026.
This position is primarily responsible for regulating public areas through the enforcement of various legislation, Local Government policies, and codes. The position is responsible for the investigation of and response to requests and complaints from the community, and the education of members of the public in relation to environmental issues, traffic and parking, and Companion Animal matters. The successful applicant will be required to prepare and present briefs of evidence and to represent Council in the Local Court.
Rangers are required to work rostered overtime shifts; on average, one weekend day every three weeks. Rangers work a 38-hour week covering a spread of hours from 8.00 am to 8.00 pm, with a Rostered Day Off once a fortnight. Rangers are required to be on-call on a rotating roster, with the current award allowance being paid.
Essential criteria
- Rangers Certificate IV in Local Government (Regulatory Services), or equivalent.
- Strong interpersonal communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
- Proven ability to work autonomously in a potentially volatile environment
- Experience in the use of personal computers and related software packages
- Sound knowledge of the Local Government Act and Regulations
- Current Class C Driver Licence
Desirable criteria
- The ability to prepare complex reports, proposals, submissions, and issue Notices & Orders
- Knowledge of court procedures, brief preparation, and the Evidence Act
- Demonstrated knowledge of the Companion Animals Act 1998 and the proven ability to work with Companion Animals
- Demonstrated knowledge of the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997 and Regulations
- Demonstrated knowledge of the Road Rules 2014 and the Roads Act 1993
- Demonstrated knowledge of the Public Spaces (Unattended Property) Act 2021
- First Aid Certificate or the ability to obtain
Commencing salary: $83,341.00 per annum, plus 12% Superannuation.
Access to a Leaseback Vehicle is available with this position; however, it is not a condition of employment.
How to Apply
You may be required to undertake background checks, as relevant to the position for which you have applied.
Visit careers.penrith.city to view the position description and to find out more information about employment with Penrith City Council. To submit your application, please apply online using the link below.
In addition to a cover letter and resume, applicants are required to submit comprehensive responses to the selection criteria (listed above) as a part of their initial application. Applicants who do not meet the essential criteria will not be considered.
Completed applications must be received by 11.55pm on the closing date. Please allow 4 weeks from the closing date for the processing of your application.
For further information about the position, please contact Kiera Murphy Coordinator Rangers and Animal Services on 4732 8100.
Council is a Child Safe Organisation, for more information about this please see our website.
Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.
About us
At Penrith City Council, we’re passionate about people; in our community and in our workplace. We want you to be able to be your best self and we get that work is just one part of your life, so we’re here to support you in the moments that matter. As the winner of the 2020 Local Government Excellence in People and Culture Award and an Excellence Award winner in the 2020 Australian HR Awards, you can be confident in joining a workplace that offers truly outstanding benefits, including:
- A range of flexible work arrangements
- 18 weeks paid maternity leave
- Health and wellbeing leave
- 15 days personal leave
- Significant financial and leave support for undertaking further education
- Diverse salary packaging
- Free access to all Ripples venues
- And much, much more!
Environmental Health and Compliance plays a vital role in protecting the health, environment and safety of our growing City. Our team of dedicated professionals are responsible for environmental protection and public health programs, development compliance, regulatory and animal services.
