Council Ranger / Regulatory Compliance Officer
Job No:
WGC260
Join a new, quality-driven regulatory team where your experience, judgement and ideas will be genuinely valued.
$71,****** to $87,****** p.a., plus superannuation, overtime and generous leave arrangements.
9-day fortnight plus 5 weeks annual leave and 1 week of Wellness and Wellbeing Leave (My Leave) each year, giving you more time away from work to recharge and focus on life.
Relocation assistance and subsidised housing may be available, with your choice of being based at Walgett, Lightning Ridge or Collarenebri.
About the role:
Walgett Shire Council is looking for an experienced Regulatory Compliance Officer to become part of a new and developing regulatory compliance team.
We want to build a team that is known for the quality of its work, good judgement, professionalism and the way its people support one another.
This is not a role where we expect you to simply follow the way things have always been done.
Your experience matters.
If you have spent time working as a ranger or compliance officer, you will have developed views about what works, what does not work and how regulatory services can be delivered better.
We want you to bring that experience with you.
You will work alongside another Regulatory Compliance Officer and a broader team that values different perspectives, shares knowledge and expects its people to contribute ideas.
The officers doing the work are often the first to see where a process could be improved, and we want you involved in shaping how the service develops.
The role provides plenty of variety, including:
Companion animal management, animal welfare, impounding, pound operations and rehoming.
Investigating illegal dumping, unauthorised camping, abandoned vehicles, littering, noise and environmental nuisance.
Undertaking regulatory investigations, gathering evidence and preparing matters that can withstand scrutiny.
Issuing notices, orders and infringements where necessary.
Using education, negotiation and practical problem solving to achieve compliance before moving to formal enforcement where appropriate.
Working with NSW Police, NSW Health, animal welfare organisations, rescue groups and other government agencies.
Delivering community education and building better relationships between Council and the communities we serve.
Contributing your experience and ideas to operational planning, policies, programs and improvements across the regulatory service.
The position can be based at Walgett, Lightning Ridge or Collarenebri, giving you the opportunity to live and work in the part of the Shire that best suits you.
About you:
We are looking for someone who knows that good regulatory work is about more than issuing fines.
You will be comfortable making decisions in the field, talking to people from all walks of life and deciding when education, negotiation or enforcement is the right approach.
You will ideally bring:
Experience in regulatory compliance, ranger services,



companion animal management or a similar field.
Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Companion Animals Act ****, Impounding Act ****, Local Government Act **** and Protection of the Environment Operations Act ****.
Experience conducting investigations, gathering evidence and making sound and defensible decisions.
Confidence handling companion animals safely and professionally.
Strong communication skills and the ability to deal respectfully with people, including when situations become difficult.
The confidence toput forward your ideas and professional views, while also being prepared to listen to and learn from your colleagues.
A willingness to share what you know, help others develop and contribute to building a strong team.
The ability to work independently in the field while recognising that the best regulatory services are delivered by people who communicate andback each other as a team.
A Certificate IV in Local Government (Regulatory Services), similar qualification or equivalent demonstrated experience is required, together with a current Class C driver's licence.
Salary from $71,****** to $87,****** p.a., depending on skills and experience.
Superannuation in addition to your salary.
Overtime payments where applicable.
5 weeks annual leave each year.
An additional week of My Leave, Council's wellness and wellbeing leave.
Relocation assistance to help you make the move.
Subsidised Council housing, subject to availability and your work location.
Your choice of being based atWalgett, Lightning Ridge or Collarenebri, by negotiation.
Training and professional development opportunities.
A varied role covering regulatory compliance, investigations, animal management and community engagement.
The opportunity to be part of anew team and help influence how that team operates, rather than simply stepping into an established way of doing things.
Most importantly, we want to create a workplace where good people enjoy working together.
We value experience, different perspectives, practical ideas and people who are prepared to share what they know.
You will have room to exercise professional judgement, an opportunity to influence how we deliver our service and colleagues who are expected to support one another.
The overall value of the package extends well beyond the advertised salary.
Housing assistance, relocation support, additional leave and the opportunity for overtime provide a significant financial and lifestyle benefit.
Council is also prepared to recognise exceptional technical capability and relevant experience.




A market premium may be considered for a candidate who has demonstrated success in a comparable operational environment and who can bring strong technical knowledge, practical leadership and an understanding of the challenges associated with delivering services across a large rural or remote area.
About us:
Walgett Shire Council serves a large, diverse and unique region in northwestern New South Wales.
We provide a broad range of services across multiple communities and are committed to improving service delivery, strengthening long term sustainability and delivering practical outcomes for our residents.
At Walgett Shire Council, our people make a real difference.
We offer varied and meaningful work, the opportunity to contribute across a complex organisation, and the chance to be part of a Council that is actively improving how it operates.
We are guided by our core values of Respect, Integrity, Ethical Conduct, Courage, Honesty, Accountability and Responsibility.
This is an opportunity to join an organisation where the work is varied, the challenges are real, and the right person can make a genuine impact.
For more information about Walgett pleaseclick here .
Council reserves the right to close, withdraw or extend vacancies without prior notice.
Walgett Shire Council is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace.
We encourage applications from people with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse persons, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Walgett Shire Council proudly serves a diverse and unique region in the heart of outback Current South Wales.
Covering over 22,000 square kilometres, the Shire includes the towns of Walgett, Lightning Ridge, and Collarenebri, along with the villages of Carinda, Cumborah, Rowena, and Burren Junction, as well as expansive rural areas.
With a population of over 7,000, the Shire supports key industries such as agriculture, grazing, grain handling, opal mining, and tourism.
Nestled at the junction of the Namoi and Barwon Rivers, Walgett is rich in history and natural beauty.
Once a bustling paddle-steamer port, it is now the northern gateway to the iconic Darling River Run, offering breathtaking landscapes and a deep connection to Australia's heritage.
Just an hour north, Lightning Ridge is famed for its vibrant opal mining culture and distinctive outback charm.
Whether it is fossicking for opals, exploring underground art galleries, soaking in naturally heated artesian springs, or enjoying the tranquillity of river fishing, the region offers a truly one-of-a-kind experience.
At Walgett Shire Council, we are rebuilding with a people-first culture.
Safety, our people, and service to the community are at the core of everything we do.
We are looking for passionate and committed professionals who are aligned with our core values: Respect, Integrity, Ethical Conduct, Courage, Honesty, Accountability, and Responsibility.
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