The City of Cockburn has an exciting future and is committed to delivering outstanding service and achieving our vision of being the best place to be. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Ranger Team Leader professional who is passionate about making a positive impact.

The City

As one of the major coastal cities in Western Australia, Cockburn has it all. With a current population of over 120,000, the City offers an incredible coastline, beautiful beaches and parks, and a growing list of community facilities and employment opportunities.

Our vision of Cockburn, the best place to be, helps to shape everything we do, with a focus on delivering for our changing and expanding community. With 24 suburbs, a long history and an exciting future, you’re invited to be part of it all.

About the position

We are seeking a motivated and driven individual to lead one of the two the Ranger teams, ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality compliance services to the community. Applications are encouraged to be submitted by experienced Rangers, or those who have significant experience in a related field.

The incumbent of this role will deliver and operationally lead an efficient and effective ranger service to the community, enforcing legislation, local laws, and policies. This includes planning, monitoring, and reporting to support continuous improvement.

On a day-to-day basis the Team Leaders are a point of contact for their respective team. During their day-to-day activities, the team leaders ensure their own workload is managed in conjunction to ensure their teams are meeting predetermined key performance indicators.

The successful applicant will have:

• Proven experience in leading and supporting operational teams.
• Diploma or higher education in a relevant field.
• Completed Municipal Law Enforcement A and B or Regulatory Officer Compliance Skills (ROCS) 1 & 2.
• Demonstrated ability in the interpretation and enforcement of statutes, associated regulations, local laws, and policies relevant to Ranger Services.
• Experience in animal handling.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and time management skills.
• Physical fitness at a standard necessary to carry out Ranger duties.
• Good understating of Occupational Safety & Health principals and responsibilities.
• Advanced problem solving, investigation skills, conflict resolution, and negotiation and conciliation skills.
• Sound knowledge of investigative techniques and procedures.

Base salary: $97,455 to $104,959 per annum + penalties.

Further information: Jack Schofield, Ranger Services Manager on 9411 3444.

How to apply: Please read the attached position description to gain a full understanding of all the duties, expectations, and requirements of the role.

Then complete the online application on the City’s website (Job Vacancies - City of Cockburn) by clicking the 'Apply for Job' button, where you will be required to attach a cover letter detailing how you meet the selection criteria requirements of the role and a current resume.

Applications Close: Monday 19 May 2025 at 9am

The City of Cockburn reserves the right to commence recruitment prior to this date.

Applicants are required to demonstrate a commitment to the City of Cockburn values.

The City of Cockburn embraces diversity and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, young people and people with disabilities.