Field Ranger

Murwillumbah, New South Wales

Description

Do you have a desire to experience the Tweed’s beautiful beaches, seaside villages, riverside towns, the hinterland and everything in between as part of a great team where no two days are the same?

Are you interested in animal management, protecting the environment, helping the community and solving complex challenges?

If so, we have an exciting opportunity for energetic and community focused individuals to join our team.

You will work within a dynamic team environment in a mixed office and field‑based role.

Your responsibilities will encompass a range of areas including animal control, public spaces, overgrown land, illegal dumping and parking.

Daily interaction with members of the public will require effective interpersonal and customer service skills.

About The Role

• The Ranger Team is responsible for community education and regulatory functions associated with the Companion Animals Act, Local Government Act, Road Transport (General) Act, Australian Road Rules, Public Spaces (Unattended Property) Act, Environmental Planning and Assessment Act and the Protection of the Environment Operations Act.
• You will look after people and places, using your effective customer service skills to communicate with members of the public while managing demanding situations to protect our community, environment and animals.
• The role provides a balance between working in the field and completing professional reports in the office.
• As part of your duties, you will be required to respond to a range of compliance related issues that you will investigate under applicable legislation.
• The work environment is busy, has competing demands and requires well developed time management skills.

To Be Successful In This Role You Will Need

What's On Offer

About Us

Where It's Located

This position is based in Murwillumbah, and can be directed to work from any Council work site.

Position Closes

Friday 7 November 2025 at 12 noon sharp (NSW time). Late applications will not be permitted.

Pre‑Employment Screening

Immunisations

This position is identified as at risk of contracting vaccine‑preventable / manageable diseases and as a consequence impacted employees are strongly recommended to participate in Council’s workplace vaccination programme.

How To Apply

Where It's Located

This position is based in Murwillumbah, and can be directed to work from any Council work site.

Position Closes

Friday 7 November 2025 at 12 noon sharp (NSW time). Late applications will not be permitted.

Pre‑Employment Screening

Immunisations

This position is identified as at risk of contracting vaccine‑preventable / manageable diseases and as a consequence impacted employees are strongly recommended to participate in Council’s workplace vaccination programme.

How To Apply

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