* An opportunity to support community safety through local law enforcement
* Permanent Full Time
* Flexible work options, super up to 16% + employee perks
* Free Cockburn ARC gym membership and wellness programs
About Us
The City of Cockburn is centrally located in the southern suburbs of Perth, on Whadjuk country. We're a place of experiences, just 20 minutes' from Perth city, with everything from pristine beaches and wetlands to theme parks and world-class recreation facilities.
At the City of Cockburn, we're more than just a local government – we're a vibrant, forward-thinking organisation that puts our people first. Our team is united by a shared desire to make an impact by helping to achieve our vision - Cockburn, the best place to be.
About the Role
We now have a fantastic opportunity for a Ranger to support community safety through customer focused local law enforcement.
Reporting to the Ranger Team Leader, you will become part of a dedicated team striving to deliver the best service in the state, with strong focus on continuous improvement and meeting the expectations of our community and the City's goals.
About you
We're seeking a proactive, community minded professional with strong judgement and communication skills, who can balance education and enforcement to achieve fair and practical outcomes. You'll be confident working independently and as part of a team, comfortable managing challenging situations and committed to delivering high quality customer service while upholding legislation, local laws and the City's values.
Besides demonstrated experience, you'll need to have:
* Completed and obtained a Certificate in Municipal Law Enforcement A & B or Regulatory Officer Compliance Skills (ROCS) 1 & 2, or willingness to obtain
* Ability to interpret and enforce statutes, associated regulations, local laws and policies relevant to Ranger Services
* Proficiency in animal handling
* Advanced problem solving and investigative skills with demonstrated ability in conflict resolution, negotiation and conciliation skills
* Strong written and verbal communications skills with the ability to manage time effectively and prioritise competing demands
* Work well within a team environment and committed to ongoing change.
If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply today and make an impact.
Salary: Starting from Level 4/5 Step 1 – Step 4 ($85,331 to $99,660 per annum) plus penalties. City of Cockburn Industrial Agreement 2025 based on qualification and experience.
Need more information? We encourage applicants to read the position description for a full understanding of the role before applying. For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Jack Schofield, Service Lead Rangers and Parking on
How to apply: Head to the City's web site ), click "Job Vacancies" and "Apply". All applications must be made via our online portal.
To be eligible for this role you must be legally permitted to work in Australia. All applicants are required to undergo a pre-employment process which includes a fitness for work assessment, alcohol and drug screening, qualification/licence checks and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
Closing Date: Friday 27 February 2026 at 5pm. The City of Cockburn reserve the right to commence shortlisting and close the advertising period early. We are currently not accepting applications from agencies.
We value equal opportunities for all which is why the City of Cockburn strongly encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. Every applicant is valued here.
Attachments:
- ECM_6306001_v8_Position Description - Ranger Services - Ranger L4-5.pdf