Ranger

About the position:

The City has exciting opportunities for motivated individuals to join our Ranger team, with permanent full time, fixed term contract and casual vacancies.

Working with the wider Ranger Services Team, these positions will work closely with the public to enforce and promote awareness and knowledge of animal management, local laws, parking, fire prevention and relevant legislation to ensure a safe and secure City of Greater Geraldton community.

Full time positions will work as part of a seven (7) day a week rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays.

Casual Rangers assist the wider team to meet ongoing operational demands by covering roster gaps, including weekends and public holidays.

Key accountabilities: 

• Effectively apply and administer the City’s responsibilities in relation to animal management, local laws, parking, camping grounds, caravan parks, off-road vehicles and litter, as per the relevant legislation, Council and community expectations.
• Provide effective customer engagement and build relationships with customers to ensure a consistent and responsive customer experience.
• Proactively enhance the knowledge of customers in relation to the services provided by the Ranger Services Team and provide customers with the skills and abilities to find critical information in order for them to self-serve if they so choose.
• Respond to general enquiries and complaints (personal, written or telephone) relating to area of expertise and ensure reviews of infringements are handled in a timely manner.

For more information and to view the position description, visit www.cgg.wa.gov.au/employment 

To gain a better understanding of the role, please call Mark Lambert, Coordinator Ranger Services on (08) 9956 6768.

Position requirements: 

The successful applicant will possess relevant qualifications and experience suited to ranger services. Sound written, verbal and interpersonal skills for negotiation and communication with customers and the public are essential.

Completion of a pre-employment medical including alcohol and other substances testing is required of all positions at the City.

Remuneration and benefits: 

A Full Time Ranger salary starting from $72,450 per annum (plus 15% loading for weekend shift per roster cycle) will be offered dependent on knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications.

Casual Rangers are remunerated at a rate of $45.83 per hour (inclusive of 25% casual loading) dependent on knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications.

Some of the additional benefits of working for the City include:

• Up to 20.5% Superannuation (with superannuation co-contribution scheme)
• 22 Annual Leave days per annum (permanent & fixed term positions only)
• Health & Wellbeing Program
• Flexible working arrangements
• Career opportunities
• Study Assistance
• Centrally located
• Free parking

About the City 

Overlooking the Indian Ocean, Geraldton is a thriving regional city at the heart of Australia's Coral Coast. With a growing population of over 41,000 people it offers a wide range of services and activities. Geraldton is recognised as one of WA's key growth areas and the opportunities in this regional city are plentiful. You can be part of working with us to deliver the best for our community and this region.

The City of Greater Geraldton actively welcomes, includes and values the unique contributions of all people in its workplace. The City welcomes applications from all age groups, people with a disability, and those from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer with strong commitment to fitness for work and safety in the workplace.

Interested in applying? 

For     information     on      how     to      apply      for     this      position, visit      the     City’s     website: www.cgg.wa.gov.au/employment

Applications close 4pm Wednesday 9 April 2025

Ross McKim

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER