Sydney CBD location

Full Time/Permanent opportunity

$112,968 - $126,774 per annum plus superannuation

Caring for our city, creating a future for all

Our people are passionate about their communities and connected to their teams. They’re motivated by our genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, and our clear, compelling plan for our global city: Sustainable Sydney 2030 – 2050 Continuing the Vision.

Be part of a purpose-led organisation with care at its core. You’ll make a difference by acting in the best interests of our communities and city. Be better together with collaborative and inclusive partnerships. Embrace possibilities and be open to new ideas and creating bold solutions.

About the role

The City Rangers team are seeking a motivated Senior Team Leader to support the Area Manager Ordinance in coordinating operational matters, planning, and providing clear direction to team leaders and members. This role is responsible for helping define challenges and objectives, ensuring teams are engaged and committed to delivering outcomes, and contributing to research and technical advice for formal responses to Executives and Councillors.

In this role you will:

provide leadership and operational support to team leaders delivering compliance and enforcement services across a range of legislation

conduct research and provide technical advice for responses to enquiries and requests from Executives and Councillors

coach, develop and support team leaders in managing staff performance, KPIs, and service expectations

guide team leaders in managing employees on Return-to-Work programs and other staff matters

build strong relationships and collaborate with other teams and stakeholders to deliver seamless services

identify opportunities to improve service delivery, systems and processes, and support implementation of change

respond to and escalate incidents or issues, ensuring WHS obligations are met and Council’s reputation is maintained

issue notices and orders for breaches of legislation as required.

We’re looking for someone with:

certificate IV in Government Investigations or equivalent

qualification in management and/or demonstrated experience in a similar leadership role

experience balancing competing priorities and managing multiple stakeholders

strong ability to coach, mentor and support diverse teams

knowledge of relevant legislation and Council policies and procedures

strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Download position description.

This role has the option of a rostered day off each month, known as a 19-day month.

The recommended applicant must have completed a pre-employment health declaration and a criminal history check.

Applications must be submitted online by 11:59pm, Sunday 26th October 2025

For more information, contact Mark Bertie, Operations Coordinator on 02 8019 6945.

What we can offer you

You’ll work with passionate, welcoming and supportive people who care for our communities and create a future for all.

Flexible working

3 days of care and cultural leave each year for health and wellbeing activities, cultural and religious days or events of significance

Collaborative approach to flexible working

City centre head office, with many public transport options.

Professional development

Leadership and management development program

Further education program providing reimbursement of course fees, and study and exam leave

Opportunity to attend external courses and conferences

Long service and employee recognition awards

Employee assistance program offering free, confidential counselling

Supporting families

26 weeks paid parental leave and 6 weeks paid partner leave

Paid and unpaid adoption and long-term fostering leave

Paid superannuation for up to 52 weeks of parental leave

Part-time and job-sharing options available

Supportive return-to-work environment

Inclusive culture

Recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia

Active employee networks including City Women, City Pride, DiverseCity and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander network

Recognised family inclusive workplace

Veteran employment supporter

Find out why a career at the City of Sydney might be right for you.

How to apply

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds in a workplace as diverse as our communities. We’re passionate about gender balance, with an executive team two-thirds female and half of leadership roles held by women.

All applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, veterans and people of diverse sexualities and genders, are encouraged to join us.

We’re a disability confident recruiter. If you identify as a person with disability and require support for your application or the recruitment process, contact us at [email protected] or 02 9265 9333.

Select ‘apply now’ to submit your resume and selection criteria.