Applications Close (AWST): 09:00 AM 14/08/2025
Salary up to: $110,000 - $119,999
Occupation: Law Enforcement/Security
Work Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Kununurra - Remote WA
As an Equal OpportunityEmployer, the Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley values inclusivityand promotes a workplace that actively seeks to welcomecontributions from all people. We encourage people of allabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, diversecultures and backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and allage groups to apply.
TheOrganisation
The Shire of Wyndham EastKimberley (SWEK) believes that providing a safe and healthyworkplace for our employees is extremely important. We arecommitted to employing people who share the SWEK ValuesofSafety,Teamwork,Accountability,Communication,andRespect; these Values are incorporatedinto all aspects of employment at SWEK.
TheEast Kimberley
The East Kimberley is a stunning andsparsely populated area in the northeast corner of WesternAustralia and is known as one of the world's last wildernessfrontiers. As a global tourism attraction, it is also known for itspristine kaleidoscope of colour, outback adventures, world-classfishing, excellent caravan parks, luxury accommodation options,great food, and friendly locals. It is an amazing and very uniquepart of Australia. The East Kimberley is diverse in many ways, witha unique mix of cultures, lifestyles, and abundantopportunities.
TheOpportunity
We are lookingfor a motivated Team Leader Ranger to join our Ranger and EmergencyServices Team in Kununurra interpret, administer and comply withrelevant legislation, Council Policies and Local Laws applicable tothe functions of a local government Ranger and Emergency ServicesTeam. This role also focuses on assisting with the supervision ofthe Rangers ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatoryrequirements as well as providing high standards of service to theorganisation.
Yourresponsibilities will include:
* Supervising theShire's team of Rangers, including mentoring, ensuringcompliance with relevant legislation and workinstructions
* Ensuringcompliance with the Dog Act 1976, Cat Act 2011, Control ofOff-Road Vehicles Act 1978, Litter Act 1979, Caravan andCamping Grounds Act 1995, Bush Fire Act 1994, and LocalGovernment Act
* Liaisingwith a range of customers and stakeholders including governmentdepartments and agencies, emergency services, animal welfareorganisations, community groups, members of the public andShire staff
* Carryingout duties in relation to animal control
* Undertaking fire breakand property inspections to ensure compliance with the BushFires Act 1954, Regulations and Local Laws relating tofirebreaks
* Undertaking BushfireControl & Weather Officer duties in line with the BushFires Act 1954
* Undertaking communityengagement and providing input into and undertaking educationalprograms for schools and community groups on aspects of RangerServices
Relevant certifications inFirearms Handling and Safety, Reptile Handling and Capture,Regulatory Officer Compliance Skills (ROCS) Part 1&2, currentunrestricted WA C Class Driver's Licence, current HepatitisA, Hepatitis B and ADT (Tetanus, Diphtheria and Whooping Cough),current National Police Check (dated within 6 months), and currentAdvanced First Aid certificate are essential for thisrole.
You will also need workingknowledge of the Dog Act 1976, Cat Act 2011, Bush Fires Act 1954,Litter Act 1979 and Local Government Act 1995 and associatedregulations and local laws. Strong organisational skills withdemonstrated negotiation and conflict resolution skills, excellenttime management skills, high attention to detail for documentpreparation, sound communication skills and work ethic withmotivation to work in challenging environments, ability to work arotating roster including on-call and weekends, and ability totravel between town sites within the Shire boundaries.
More information about theposition and the requirements are in the PositionDescription at the bottom of this page.
Salary andBenefits
Working for SWEK means that in additionto the competitive annualsalary range indicated at the top of this page (inclusive ofallowances and superannuation, dependent on skills and experience),you may also enjoy a range of benefits including:
* 6 weeksannual leave
* 12%superannuation with the option to co-contribute a further3%
* Salarypackaging opportunities for motor vehicles, rent or mortgageinterest expenses
* 11public holidays with 2 additional 'Local Government Days' peryear
* Flexibleworking arrangements
* Shireprovided corporate uniforms
* Avariety of health and wellbeing programs including freemembership to the Kununurra Leisure Centre and Wyndham Pool,free health assessments, mental health programs and EmployeeAssistance Provider (EAP) services
Please notethat, where applicable, benefits will be applied pro-rata tocasual, part-time and maximum-term roles.
APPLYNOW
If youare ready to be part of our diversely talented team and to buildyour future with an organisation that makes an impact, improveslives and inspires others please click the'Apply' button at the bottom of thispage or contact Scott Ramsbotham, our Senior Ranger & EmergencyServices Coordinator on 0459 316 552 for a confidentialdiscussion.
Applicants must belegally entitled to work in Australia and will be required toprovide evidence of this entitlement — acceptableevidence includes an Australian or New Zealand passport, birthcertificate, or foreign passport with a relevant visa. Applicantswill also be required to provide a National Police Clearance beforetheinterview stage of the recruitmentprocess.
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