Ranger

About the Role

Cessnock City Council is inviting applications for a proactive and community-oriented Ranger to join its committed Ranger Services team. This position offers an engaging career path where each day presents unique challenges, involving working directly within the community.

The Ranger’s duties focus on safeguarding public safety, addressing community concerns, enforcing local laws, and educating residents and businesses to promote responsible practices. This role combines compliance enforcement, customer service, and problem-solving, ensuring a varied and stimulating work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and enforce legislation related to companion animals, public areas, environmental protection, and parking regulations.
• Investigate citizen complaints and requests, carrying out necessary regulatory measures.
• Provide accurate, professional, and timely customer service, while engaging the community to encourage compliance.
• Perform patrols and inspections to maintain safe, accessible, and well-managed public spaces.
• Compile thorough reports, legal documentation, and evidence to facilitate investigations and legal proceedings as needed.

Candidate Profile and Requirements

Successful candidates will demonstrate excellent communication and conflict resolution abilities, be adept at interpreting and applying legislation, and comfortable working independently while fostering positive community relationships. They will exercise sound judgment, maintain professionalism in a fast-paced setting, and have the following qualifications and credentials:

• Certificate IV in Local Government (Regulatory Services) or Certificate IV in Government Investigations, or equivalent experience.
• Current Class C Driver Licence.
• Eligibility to be appointed as a Justice of the Peace.

Compensation and Benefits

The role offers a salary between $84,869 and $98,270 per annum, plus superannuation. Additionally, a lease-back vehicle is provided for full private use.

Supporting a balanced and rewarding work environment, Council provides:

• A 38-hour work week featuring either a monthly rostered day off or a 9-day fortnight option.
• 14% employer superannuation contribution.
• Access to leave benefits, including paid parental leave, concessional Christmas leave, and long service leave after five years.
• Continuous professional development and training, including access to Council's Study Assistance program.
• A comprehensive corporate fitness program extending to immediate family members.
• Annual influenza vaccinations.
• Supply of a work mobile phone.
• On-site free parking facilities.

Additional Information

Selected candidates will undergo mandatory pre-employment screening, including medical assessments with drug and alcohol testing, reference verification, employment history checks, working with children clearances, and criminal record examinations.

Cessnock City Council is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce reflecting the community it serves, encouraging applications from all qualified individuals across age, gender, cultural backgrounds, Indigenous peoples, LGBTQIA+ community members, veterans, and persons with disabilities.

Adjustments for accessibility or recruitment processes can be requested confidentially by contacting the Council's recruitment team.

Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in Australia.

Application Process

To express interest in this position, applicants should complete the application form and provide a detailed resume. Responses to selection criteria will be used to assess eligibility.

For further information or questions, please contact Greg Tredinnick, Senior Ranger, at (02) 4993 4291.

Applications close on Thursday, 13 August 2026 at 11:30 pm.

About Cessnock City Council

The Council values integrity, respect, teamwork, accountability, and excellence, providing a supporting and flourishing workplace recognized as an employer of preference in the region.