A great lifestyle in a treasured environment, this is life at PSC! The opportunity We’re looking for a proactive and community-minded individual to help deliver a broad range of regulatory and educational services. As a Ranger, you’ll play a key role in upholding Council regulations, providing exceptional customer service, and supporting the community through activities such as animal and stock control, parking enforcement, environmental protection, and public education. You’ll be part of a supportive, high-performing team dedicated to making a positive impact across the region. This is a permanent opportunity – working full-time working 38 hours / week on a 7 day rotating roster Base Salary Range: $73,263 - $86,085 pa based on 38 hours / week 12% superannuation Commuter Use Vehicle $2,464 retention allowance You will be working from PSC Administration Building, Raymond Terrace Some of the key responsibilities within this role are listed below however you can view the full list here – view the position description. Provide specialist advice and high-level customer service on ranger matters to Council, stakeholders, and the community. Investigate and resolve complaints using discretion and knowledge of relevant policies and legislation. Deliver regulatory services including animal and stock control, parking enforcement, illegal waste investigation, and environmental protection. Support compliance operations and build strong relationships with internal teams and external partners. We’re all about putting the right people, in the right role! Here’s what we’re looking for: Relevant qualifications – Diploma of Government Investigations and/or Certificate IV in Local Government (Regulatory Services) or equivalent. Regulatory and investigation experience – Including animal control, court proceedings, report writing, and issuing infringement notices. Strong knowledge of legislation – Particularly Acts relevant to local government, environmental protection, planning, and animal management. Practical skills and licences – Current driver's licence, off-road vehicle proficiency, and WorkCover general induction accreditation. This is life at PSC! Work/Life balance with generous leave entitlements, flexible work options and leave in lieu Long service leave when you’ve been with us for just over 5 years Health & Wellbeing leave to recharge when you need it Industry leading Paid Parental Leave accessible for all employees – regardless of how you became a parent, we offer 14 weeks that can be taken within 2 years from the birth, adoption, or long-term foster care of your child. PSCare Day available to all employees to take in addition to your regular leave entitlements Confidential support (including mental health) through our employee assistance program Award winning health and wellbeing program PSCare, Workers Health Initiative with access to a broad range of gyms in the area, and discounted health insurance Free parking on site and a convenient local shopping centre Coffee and food to keep you sustained at our on-site café And lots more… Enough about us, we want to hear about you! So tell us about… Why you want this role and how it aligns with your career goals? Ready to Apply? Here’s what you need to know Applications Close: Midnight, Sunday, 24 August 2025 Contact: Gavin Castro – Rangers Team Leader on 0408 068 752 For information on our recruitment process, and what we look for in an application, please visit our Careers page on our website for ‘How to Apply’ To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and provide responses to questions which are based on the criteria listed in the Position Description and our organisation Values We’re a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant We’ve partnered with the Veterans Employment Program to support veterans finding suitable, sustainable and meaningful employment Port Stephens Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and supports children and young people having safe and welcoming experience in our community, accessing our facilities and in our care We acknowledge the Worimi as the original Custodians and inhabitants of Port Stephens. May we walk the road to tomorrow with mutual respect and admiration as we care for the beautiful land and waterways together