Ranger

Permanent Full Time role requiring commitment to customer service

38hr per week rotating 7-day roster, 20% shift loading allowance + 12% super

9 Day fortnight with support from friendly people-oriented team

Our team

At Bayside Council, we are committed to a positive, flexible and supportive workplace culture, where our people and customers feel respected and valued. We are proud to serve our community through operating with transparency, integrity and in the best interests of the Bayside community to deliver exceptional service.
Purpose of the role

The City Life directorate delivers personalised and public services to enhance community life, including family, aged, leisure and cultural services.

About the role

Provide enforcement of various laws and regulations in the Bayside LGA that Council has responsibility to enforce.

The role is responsible for investigating complaints regarding breaches of laws and regulations.

Within the area of responsibility, this role is required to:

Investigate breaches relating to various statutes including the Companions Animals Act 1997, Protection of Environment Operations Act 1997, Road Rules 2014, the Public Spaces (Unattended Property) Act, 2021, Local Government Act 1993 and the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979.

Respond to complaints in relation to breaches of legislation and regulations and provide timely responses and solutions in line with Council’s enforcement policy.

Take enforcement action and issue penalty notices and orders with respect to identified breaches such as parking and animal control and attend court hearings as required.

Undertake routine patrols of Council public land and facilities to monitor and regulate breaches.

Respond to community enquiries and provide education and information on a range of Council matters and activities.

Liaise with relevant authorities in emergency and public safety situations to assist with matters that cross jurisdictional boundaries.

Liaise with community and other groups to raise awareness of Council organisational priorities that enhance community well-being.

Ensure all stakeholder engagement activities align with Bayside Council organisational direction, strategy and plans and meet the needs of the local community.

Promote the positive and collaborative culture and values of the organisation through open, fair and transparent decision making and ethical, professional behaviour.

Work in collaboration with and assist the team, manager and other key stakeholders to achieve business unit goals, work requests, demands and Council priorities. Carry out operational and regulatory responsibilities in accordance with Council’s plans, policies and procedures, and in accordance with WH&S legislation.

About you

We are looking for someone who has:

Minimum school certificate and/or experience in a relevant field.

Current Driver’s Licence Class C.

Work on call after hours as required.

Our benefits and culture

As an organisation, we pride ourselves in offering a flexible working environment centred on delivering great outcomes for our customers, whether internal or external. Bayside Council has a strong culture of collaboration and delivering exciting new initiatives for our community.

On top of the competitive salary, our people enjoy:

A Rostered Day Off every fortnight

3 extra days off during Christmas each year

15 days sick leave each year

2 days health and wellbeing leave each year.

Additional parental leave entitlements for both parents

Apply now

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Closing Date: Tuesday 11 November, 2025

Salary Range: From $70,599 - $79,071 per annum, 20% shift penalty allowance plus 12% superannuation

We Applicants may be required to satisfactorily undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children check in accordance with the position.

Bayside Council is proud to be both an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Child-Safe Organisation. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and safe workplace where all individuals regardless of background, experience, or identity, feel valued and respected. We also recognise the rights of children and young people to feel safe when accessing Council services, and we strive to maintain an environment that promotes their safety and wellbeing. All hiring decisions are based solely on individual merit and alignment with requirements of the role. Applicants can request a reasonable adjustment at any stage during the recruitment process by getting in touch with our Talent Acquisition team to discuss their needs in confidence.