Overview
The Shire of Esperance, located 750km from Perth on Western Australia's south east coast comprises some of the most spectacular landscapes and beaches in WA. The Shire employs over 300 people in a diverse range of roles, making us one of the largest employers in the region. Employees enjoy generous benefits including health and wellbeing initiatives, opportunities for career progression, and work life balance.
All employees strive to embody the Shire's values of Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence in contributing to the community, making Esperance a great place to live and work.
About the Job
There is an exciting opportunity with the Ranger & Emergency Services team as a Shire Ranger. The Shire Ranger role is responsible for delivering community safety, public amenity and regulatory compliance outcomes through patrol, investigation, education and enforcement activities across the Shire. The position administers and enforces relevant legislation, local laws and Council policies, while working closely with residents, visitors, public authorities and internal stakeholders to respond to community concerns and support consistent compliance outcomes.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
* Management and maintenance of council's street tree andtree assets.
* Perform a diverse range of tree maintenance tasks and otherparks and reserves maintenance tasks as required.
* Perform tree inspections to guide tree maintenance programsin line with the Shire Street Tree Policy.
* Provide guidance to other staff and stakeholders on treeissues.
* Liase with contractors on tree maintenance tasks asrequired.
* Perform work unsupervised or with limited direction.
* Supervise and provide direction to a small group ofemployees and ensure a high quality and standard of work theyproduce.
* Required to exercise the skills and knowledge of relevanttrade or expertise.
* Monitor, maintain and construct Council infrastructure asrequired.
* Maintain appropriate documentation as directed by the Parksand Reserves Supervisor.
* Maintain all associated plant & equipment relative toposition in liaison with the Supervisor Parks and ReservesOperations.
* Competent operations of specific mechanical plant orvehicles.
* Responsible for assuring the quality of their ownwork.
* Any other duties as required.
This is a full time position, working 38 hours per week.
About you
In order to succeed and thrive in this position, you must have:
* Developed animal handling techniques.
* Knowledge and understanding of the legislation relevant toRanger Services.
* Well-developed written and verbal communicationskills.
* Demonstrated public relations and interpersonalskills.
* Ability to perform basic building maintenance and cleaningduties inclusive of the use of basic work tools.
* Understanding of Work Health and Safety requirements.
* C class Drivers Licence.
* National Police Clearance.
* Availability for on call ranger duties.
* The above Essential Level 6 criteria.
* Suitable qualifications in a relevant field (ROCS 1 & 2),or experience in a similar Local Government role.
* Comprehensive demonstrated experience relevant to RangerServices activities, including developing technical andadministrative skills related to Ranger activities andfunctions.
* Demonstrated knowledge and ability in the interpretationand enforcement of statutes, regulations, local laws, policiesetc. in relation to State and Local Law enforcement, togetherwith the application, investigation and prosecution of such asrequired.
* Well-developed negotiation, problem solving, conflictresolution and public relation skills.
* Good level of computer skills including use of Microsoftapplications, email, internet, GIS and sound recordkeeping.
* Demonstrated experience in court matters relating to localgovernment activities.
Salary:$86,351 - $92,317 per annum dependent onlevel.
Permanent staff are entitled to:
* 5 weeks annual leave per year
* The option of one Rostered Day Off (RDO) every 4 weeks inexchange for working 40 hours per week.
* Minimum of 12% superannuation employer contribution
* Superannuation co-contribution offered to a maximum of5%
* Free access to the Bay of Isles Leisure Centre (pool & gym)
* Access to career development opportunities
* Employee wellness initiatives including Employee AssistanceProgram, skin checks and flu vaccinations
Applications close on 14 June 2026 at 6:00pm.
Applications must be made via the Shire of Esperance online recruitment portal by clicking the APPLY button below and include a current Resume, a Cover Letter and statements addressing the Selection Criteria. Further details are available in the Position Description, found on the recruitment portal, or contact Human Resources on 08 9071 0***.
Early submissions are encouraged as applications will be reviewed prior to the closing date and as such, the closing date is subject to change without notice.
The successful applicant must be able to pass a pre-employment medical examination, including drug and alcohol screening test to be considered for the role.
The Shire of Esperance is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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