City of Ryde Council

Ranger

• $75,126.24- $97,664.11 p.a. + super + Compliance/On Call Allowances, penalty rates and O/T.
• Working 1 weekend in a 4 week rotating and on call roster
• Fully maintained vehicle provided via leaseback arrangement
• Flexible work conditions including a RDO scheme

About the Role

City of Ryde, just 12 kilometres from Sydney CBD, is a place of unique lifestyle and opportunity. It is home to an engaged and culturally diverse community of around 130,000 people, and a strong and growing Smart City economy including more than 13,000 local businesses, Macquarie Park, world-class hospitals, and a leading university. All balanced with beautiful bushland, riverfront parks, open spaces, and sport facilities.

Our council delivers a broad range of services, projects, programs, and events. We are actively committed to innovation, sustainability, resilience and providing exceptional customer experiences, and this relies on attracting and keeping great people. We offer a range of benefits, including flexible work arrangements, health and wellbeing programs, a learning and development program including study support, and a reward and recognition program.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Compliance Ranger or person with exceptional skills looking for a change. The position is responsible for the professional, effective and efficient delivery of regulatory and environmental enforcement services to ensure that activities and practices comply with Local and State Government legislative requirements and approval conditions.

Compliance Rangers have a diverse range of functions including enforcement and education with environmental offences such as; illegal dumping and littering, erosion and sediment control, water pollution and backyard burning, footpath and road obstructions, abandoned vehicles and articles, heavy and light vehicle enforcement, companion animal issues such as dog attacks, impounding companion animals, investigating roaming dogs, barking dogs and minor offences, enforcement of heavy and light vehicles, respond to after-hours emergency calls, and to provide support to Council at festivals and public events. 

About you

We are seeking an individual with previous experience as a  Compliance Officer/Ranger.

In addition, you will also have:

• Certificate IV in Local Government (Regulatory Services) or equivalent
• Completion of Higher School Certificate or equivalent
• Current NSW Drivers Licence
• Ability to work independently without supervision
• Proven ability in handling companion animals
• Excellent computer skills

Your commencing annual salary will range from $75,126.24 to $97,664.11 + Compliance/On Call Allowances, penalty rates and O/T + Superannuation + Leaseback Vehicle, dependent on your experience and qualifications.

Culture & Benefits

• Leaseback Vehicle Agreement

• Commitment to providing opportunities for work/life balance
• Work and enjoy a rostered day off approx. every 3 weeks
• Long service leave after 5 years, then accrued monthly 
• 18 weeks paid parental leave (for eligible employees)
• 3 extra grant days at Christmas to ensure you have time to enjoy the holiday 
• Annual performance reviews and Award increases
• Opportunity to sign up as a fitness passport member
• Various health & well-being initiatives (i.e. flu vaccinations, etc.)

How to apply

Please ensure you give full answers to the online application questions, showcasing your abilities and experience. Your answers, in conjunction with your resume, will determine if you are invited to an interview. 

Please note you do not need a “password” to use our on-line application system, however you have the option save and return to your application prior to the closing date. In addition to answering the online questions, this position requires you to attach your Resume to complete the application process.  Please note, you are not required to submit a cover letter or a statement addressing selection criteria.

Closing Date: 26 January 2025 at 11:30pm

If you would like to know more, please see the position description or contact Laura Thomson – Team Leader Ranger Compliance on  9952 8256 or via email at laurat@ryde.nsw.gov.au for a confidential discussion.

City of Ryde is committed to Equal Employment and Child Safety