Ranger
Job No:
BATC70
Location:
Bathurst
About the role
Bathurst Regional Council is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our Ranger team. Council’s Rangers must provide a high standard of customer service to our community while effectively implementing Council’s regulatory functions. The position is predominantly responsible for ensuring certain controls are implemented under the Companion Animals Act 1998, Local Government Act 1993 and Australian Road Rules 2014.
The position is full time (38 hours per week) with an RDO every 3 weeks. The position is required to work some weekends and be available to perform on call duties on a rostered basis.
The successful applicant will have a demonstrated competence in animal care and control, dealing with difficult customers. Flexibility and willingness to work as a part of a team are critical to the role.
Essential Criteria
- Class C NSW Driver’s Licence
- HSC or equivalent work experience in a relevant industry
- Knowledge of compliance and enforcement matters in a Local Government context in particular the Road Rules Act 2014, Companion Animals Act 1998
- Ability to read and understand, apply and enforce legislation, policies and guidelines
- Ability to carry out investigations and collect evidence from a variety of sources to use in determining a suitable course of action
- Well-developed interpersonal skills, including demonstrated conflict resolution, consultation, negotiation and customer service skills
- Well-developed written communication skills, including the ability to complete forms, maintain records and write investigative reports or similar documents in support of legal prosecutions
- Demonstrated experience in animal handling
- Proven ability to work unsupervised.
Position Summary
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What We Can Offer
Work/Life Balance enjoy a rostered day off every third week to recharge and reset
Generous Leave Entitlements to support your personal and family needs
Fitness Passport to Stay active and healthy
Training & Development to expand your skills
Employee Assistance Program for confidential support services
Want To Know More?
This position requires a criminal history check and a pre employment health assessment which includes a functional, audio and drug & alcohol screen.
Salary: $1,453.41 to $1,526.99 per week + super + on call allowance (when applicable)
Position Status: Permanent full time
Hours of work: 38 hours per week with a RDO every third week and on-call duties on a rotating roster.
Application closing date: Sunday, 7 June 2026 at 11.30pm
Contact Officer: Felicity Smith - 02 6333 6190
How to Apply?
To apply, please click Apply. There are screening questions that must be answered to apply for the position. You will need to upload a Resume to complete the application.
You can save and return to your job application at any time prior to the closing date. Unfortunately, applications that are not completed by the closing date and time will not be considered.
Your application information will be kept confidential in line with the Privacy Amendment (Private Sector) Act 2000 and the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998.
Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where diversity is embraced and supported.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background.
Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being a Child Safe organisation with a zero tolerance for child abuse.
