Lithgow City Council

Ranger (Casual)

The Opportunity

Lithgow City Council has an exciting opportunity for a Casual Ranger to join their team in Lithgow, NSW.

Reporting to the Senior Ranger, you will be responsible for Animal Control, Parking Patrols, Stock Control, Local Law Enforcement and General Ranger duties within the Lithgow Local Government Area. The position may also be responsible for duties relating to environmental protection and planning compliance when required.   

More specifically, your duties will include (but will not be limited to):

• Companion animal control including patrols, seizing of unrestrained animals, issuing fines, and providing community education in relation to companion animals
• Local Law Enforcement – investigate and respond appropriately to regulatory matters in accordance with relevant legislation, including but not limited to Local Government Act 1993, Companion Animals Act 1998, Impounding Act 1993, Road Rules 2014, Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997; Rural Fires Act 1997  
• Parking patrols – Conduct foot and vehicle-based enforcement operations within the Lithgow Local Government Area 
• Stock control 
• Investigate complaints and issue infringements or cautions as per relevant legislation 
• Impounding vehicles and arrange sale or return as necessary 
• General patrols and inspections to monitor compliance with relevant Acts and Regulations having regard to authority delegated to the position 
• Investigate overgrown vegetation issues and recommend action  
• Attend court to give evidence in support of any prosecutions on behalf of Council when required 

For more detail about the specific duties and responsibilities of the position, please CLICK HERE for the complete Position Description. 

About you

The successful candidate will meet the following criteria:

• Knowledge and understanding of relevant sections of the Local Government Act 1993; Companion Animals Act 1998; Impounding Act 1993; Road Rules 2014; Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997; Road Transport Act 2013; Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979; Rural Fires Act 1997 and other legislation relevant to the position.
• Previous experience working as a Ranger or in a law enforcement role.
• Previous experience in customer service and dealing with difficult customers.
• Previous experience in animal control
• Class C Drivers Licence
• Demonstrated commitment to honesty and integrity.
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the principles and legislative requirements of Work Health and Safety (WH&S).

In addition, an ideal candidate would have:

• Certificate IV in Local Government Regulatory Services (or equivalent),
• Certificate IV in Government Investigations (Regulatory Compliance) or equivalent,
• Certificate of Achievement in the Self-Enforcing Infringement Notice Scheme,
• Experience in the investigation of environmental offences,
• Experience driving a manual vehicle, and
• Dangerous dog handling experience and/or qualifications.

Salary and Benefits

If you are looking for a change of lifestyle, a new adventure, or to take the next step in your career, this is the role for you.

• Between $39.52 and $43.42 per hour, commensurate with your skills, qualifications and experience
• Casual on an as needs basis, including weekends as required.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities

APPLICATIONS CLOSE ON Monday 17 February 2025 at 4pm AEST.

Please note: To be considered for this position, candidates must address all selection criteria. Those who do not address the selection criteria with examples will not be considered.

Applications generated using Artificial Intelligence (AI) may not be progressed in the recruitment process.

Preferred applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical, which includes a drug and alcohol screening and functional assessment. Preferred applicants may be subject to reference checks, driving history checks, qualification checks, a NSW Police Check, a Working with Children check and confirmation of your Right to Work in Australia.

You must be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or a permanent resident or have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.

Lithgow City Council

The Lithgow local government area is located on the western edge of the majestic Blue Mountains. The area totals 4,567 square kilometres from the Capertee and Wolgan Valleys in the north, Little Hartley in the east, Tarana in the south and Meadow Flat in the west. 

The major urban centre of Lithgow nestles in a valley of that name, overlooked by the sandstone escarpments of the Blue Mountains. In the addition to the major urban centre of Lithgow, the Lithgow local government area has 12 villages with mining or farming backgrounds. These smaller centres have proven to be a attractive rural residential areas which, along with the broader rural areas offer a truly unique lifestyle that harmonises its urban, industrial and rural qualities.

Council is focused on delivering quality services as a Centre of Regional Excellence that encourages community growth and development, and contributes to the efficient and effective management of the environment, community and economy for present and future generations. 

The guiding principles of integrity, resilience, respect and accountability define how Lithgow City Council strengthen its working environment to deliver on the aspirations of our community. For further details on Council's values, please visit https://council.lithgow.com