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Council Ranger / Regulatory Compliance Officer

Summary

Join Walgett Shire Council’s new regulatory team. Enforce and educate on compliance and animal management. $71k–$87k + super, 9-day fortnight, relocation and housing.

Terms

$71k - $87k / year $71k - $87k / year Public Sector and Government

Description

- Join a new, quality-driven regulatory team where your experience, judgement and ideas will be genuinely valued.
- $71,432.76 to $87,177.60 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.
- 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. This team is focused on quality of work, good judgement, professionalism and supporting one another. Your prior ranger/compliance experience and ideas are welcomed to shape how services are delivered.

You’ll work alongside another Regulatory Compliance Officer and a broader, collaborative team. The role offers 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 formal enforcement
- Working with NSW Police, NSW Health, animal welfare organisations, rescue groups and other government agencies
- Delivering community education and building better relationships with the community
- Contributing experience and ideas to operational planning, policies, programs and service improvements
- Base location by negotiation at Walgett, Lightning Ridge or Collarenebri

About you

Regulatory work is more than issuing fines. You’re comfortable making field decisions, communicating with diverse community members, and choosing the right approach (education, negotiation, enforcement). Ideally you bring:

- Experience in regulatory compliance, ranger services, companion animal management or similar
- Sound knowledge of relevant legislation: Companion Animals Act 1998, Impounding Act 1993, Local Government Act 1993, Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997
- Experience conducting investigations, gathering evidence and making defensible decisions
- Confidence handling companion animals safely and professionally
- Strong communication skills and resilience in difficult situations
- Confidence to put forward ideas while listening and learning from colleagues
- Willingness to share knowledge and help build a robust team




- Ability to work independently while communicating and backing teammates

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.

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What we offer

- Salary from $71,432.76 to $87,177.60 p.a., depending on skills and experience
- Superannuation in addition to salary
- Overtime payments where applicable
- 5 weeks annual leave each year
- An additional week of “My Leave” (wellness and wellbeing leave)
- Relocation assistance
- Subsidised Council housing (subject to availability and location)
- Choice of base: Walgett, Lightning Ridge or Collarenebri
- Training and professional development opportunities
- Varied role across compliance, investigations, animal management and community engagement
- Opportunity to shape a new team and influence how it operates

The total package value extends beyond salary with housing assistance, relocation support, additional leave and overtime opportunities. A market premium may be considered for candidates with exceptional technical capability and relevant experience in similar operational environments.

About us

Walgett Shire Council serves a large, diverse region in northwestern NSW, delivering a broad range of services across multiple communities. We’re improving service delivery, strengthening long-term sustainability, and delivering practical outcomes, guided by core values: Respect, Integrity, Ethical Conduct, Courage, Honesty, Accountability and Responsibility.

Closing date for applications

Applications close at 9:00am on Monday, 24 August 2026.

Walgett Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from people with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse persons, LGBTQIA+ community members, veterans, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

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