AddressAre you looking for the right career and lifestyle move? Do you want to make an impact on the future of the community you live in? Here's your opportunity to kick a career goal while you enjoy an incredible lifestyle on the beautiful Barrington Coast.
Our Environmental Health and Regulatory Services team has the following exciting opportunities:
Ranger
As a Ranger, your key responsibility will be to enforce various local legislation and Council policies related to dog control, parking, unlawful camping, littering, vehicles on beaches, straying stock, animal impounding, overgrown properties, and abandoned vehicles. This involves ensuring compliance with these regulations through proactive enforcement measures.
This position will ideally suit someone who is passionate about community service, enjoys working directly with people, and is dedicated to upholding regulations that contribute to the well-being and enhancement of the local community. If you are looking for an opportunity where you can make a tangible difference by ensuring compliance with laws that support community safety, cleanliness, and quality of life, we’d love to hear from you.
We are looking for someone with:
- Certificate IV in Local Government (Regulatory Services) and/or Rangers 1 & 2 or a willingness to obtain qualifications in this field
- Demonstrated experience in local government regulatory services and a sound working knowledge of relevant legislation is highly desirable
- Proven ability to work effectively, autonomously and accept responsibility within a team environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and demonstrated experience in negotiation and conflict resolution
Salary: Salary range circa $70,000 p.a. - $77,000 p.a. plus superannuation.
A "to and from" use vehicle is available and will be discussed with the successful candidate.
Tenure: Permanent, Full Time. 38 hours per week on a 7-day rotating roster.
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Senior Ranger
This role combines regulatory enforcement with community education and leadership within the Environmental Health and Regulatory Services Department. It requires someone with strong interpersonal skills, a sound knowledge of relevant laws and regulations, and the ability to provide guidance on intricate issues to ensure the well-being and safety of the community and its environment. As a Senior Ranger, you will play a crucial role in providing support to fellow team members. This may involve mentoring, training, and providing technical advice on complex issues and investigations and guiding the team in decision-making and ensuring consistency in enforcement actions.
We are looking for someone with:
- Certificate IV in Local Government (Regulatory Services) and/or Rangers 1 & 2, and extensive experience in a similar role
- High level knowledge and ability to apply and interpret relevant legislation including but not limited to, the Local Government Act, Companion Animals Act, Roads Act, Impounding Act, Protection of the Environment Operations Act, and the Australian Road Rules
- Proven ability to work effectively, autonomously and within a team environment
- Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills relevant to the position with a strong focus on the provision of quality customer service
Salary: Salary range circa $80,000 p.a. - $88,000 p.a. plus superannuation.
A "to and from" use vehicle is available and will be discussed with the successful candidate.
Tenure: Permanent, Full Time. 38 hours per week on a 7-day rotating roster.
Please note that to be successful in these roles, candidates will need to complete a pre-employment medical check (this will include a drug and alcohol test, sight and hearing, functional and medical component).
Location: Both positions will be based at our Administration Centre in Yalawanyi Ganya at 2 Biripi Way, Taree. You may also be required to be based from other Council sites across the MidCoast Council region.
What we offer?
We are committed to the growth of our employees and have a range of benefits available to support wellbeing and career development.
Closing date: Sunday 7 July 2024 at 11.30 pm.
Want to know more?
For questions relating to the position requirements please contact Jason Fardell, Coordinator Rangers who is the hiring manager for this role. Jason can be reached on (02) 7955 7*** or at *************@midcoast.nsw.gov.au.
For enquiries regarding the application process contact Margot Broadfoot, Talent Acquisition Officer who is the HR representative for this role. Margot can be reached on (02) 7955 7*** or at ***************@midcoast.nsw.gov.au.
How to apply:
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Our organisation
At MidCoast Council our people are our most important resource and we believe that we can only reach our full potential when you reach yours. This is the place for those who seek to play a role in the community and have an enthusiasm to learn and grow. Here you can make a real difference.
Our community is our customer and is at the centre of everything we do. We value, support and empower our people to deliver positive results for our community.
Right now, we are investing heavily in our organisation, and our people. Our Administration Centre is a state-of-the-art facility designed to inspire innovation, creativity and collaboration. The building has been named ‘Yalawanyi Ganya’ which means “sitting/meeting place” in the Gathang language of the indigenous people across the MidCoast Region.
About the MidCoast Region
From lakes and estuaries to white sandy beaches to world heritage mountain wilderness, the MidCoast region offers an attractive lifestyle for everyone. Our community is characterised by its welcoming attitude, growing economy and natural beauty. These are the pillars of the quality of life we value.
Our commitment
At MidCoast Council we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities. Our aim is to provide all of our staff with an inclusive, safe and healthy working environment. We never discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age or marital, veteran or disability status. If you have a disability and need to request any adjustments to assist with the application process, or to discuss workplace adjustments you may require, please contact the HR representative.
Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.
We’re a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.
We respectfully ask that recruitment agencies do not contact us at this stage.
