Parking Ranger

About North Sydney Council

North Sydney Council governs the local government area on Sydney's scenic lower North Shore, serving 77,000 residents within a 10 square kilometre area featuring harbour views, green spaces, and a vibrant CBD. With a workforce of 400 employees, the Council strives to maintain a safe, attractive, and well-planned environment for residents, workers, and visitors alike.

Role Overview

We are seeking a dependable and self-driven individual to join our multidisciplinary Parking Services Team. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with all on-street vehicle parking regulations in the North Sydney local government area.

This position requires active outdoor work, including walking and standing for extended periods (four blocks of four hours each), in all weather conditions.

Key Duties

• Conduct foot patrols to monitor parking compliance
• Issue infringement notices for parking violations
• Prepare statements and represent the Council at court hearings as needed
• Deliver prompt and accurate information to internal and external stakeholders
• Perform additional tasks assigned by supervisors or managers

Working Hours

The role is based on a rotating shift roster spanning seven days, with hours between 7:30 am and 10:00 pm.

Candidate Profile

• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision
• Physical fitness to handle demanding outdoor duties
• Ability to remain resilient in stressful scenarios
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and high accuracy in work
• Competent in interpreting and explaining legislation
• Reliable team player with cooperative spirit
• Able to adhere to a published shift roster
• Professional personal appearance
• Possession of a current Driver’s Licence is desirable
• Certificate IV in Government Investigations or equivalent is advantageous

Why Join Us?

North Sydney Council values diversity and inclusion and aims to provide a positive workplace reflecting our community. The Council offers meaningful work that impacts residents' social and economic wellbeing.

Employee Benefits

• Work at locations offering spectacular harbour vistas
• Access to Fitness Passport programs
• Balanced work-life with 35-hour weeks indoors or fortnightly rostered days off outdoors
• Flexible working hours and flexi-time for indoor roles
• Option to choose any compliant superannuation fund
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing programs, including exercise classes, flu shots, skin checks, yoga, Pilates, and kickboxing
• Employee recognition and rewards schemes
• Weekly provision of fresh fruit baskets
• Complimentary counselling services via Employee Assistance Program
• Free professional financial advice from certified planners
• Annual transport allowance of $1,000
• Invitations to local government events, training, and planning sessions
• Corporate social gatherings at scenic harbour venues
• Convenient access to multiple public transport options

Compensation and Terms

Salary range from $73,798 to $88,120 per annum plus 12% superannuation. Includes a $1,000 annual transport allowance and uniform provision.

Shift allowance varies by roster: up to 7.81% per annum for 9.5-hour rosters, or up to 6.58% for 8-hour rosters.

The position involves 76 hours per fortnight on a rotating shift schedule.

Additional Information

Application requires submission of a resume and responses to selection criteria. A National Police Clearance is mandatory as part of recruitment.

Closing date for applications: 29 July 2026, 11:30 pm.

Diversity and Inclusion

North Sydney Council actively promotes Equal Employment Opportunity and embraces diversity and inclusion. The organisation is committed to child safety and encourages applications from diverse backgrounds and experiences.