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Council Ranger / Regulatory Compliance Officer

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Summary

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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.

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Terms

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

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Description

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- Join a new, quality-driven regulatory team where your experience, judgement and ideas will be genuinely valued.
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- $71,432.76 to $87,177.60 p.a., plus superannuation, overtime and generous leave arrangements.
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- 9-day fortnight plus 5 weeks annual leave and 1 week of Wellness and Wellbeing Leave (My Leave) each year.
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- Relocation assistance and subsidised housing may be available, with your choice of being based at Walgett, Lightning Ridge or Collarenebri.
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About the role

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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.

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You'll work alongside another Regulatory Compliance Officer and a broader, collaborative team. The role offers variety, including:

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- Companion animal management, animal welfare, impounding, pound operations and rehoming
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- Investigating illegal dumping, unauthorised camping, abandoned vehicles, littering,



noise and environmental nuisance
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- Undertaking regulatory investigations, gathering evidence and preparing matters that can withstand scrutiny
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- Issuing notices, orders and infringements where necessary
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- Using education, negotiation and practical problem solving to achieve compliance before formal enforcement
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- Working with NSW Police, NSW Health, animal welfare organisations, rescue groups and other government agencies
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- Delivering community education and building better relationships with the community
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- Contributing experience and ideas to operational planning, policies, programs and service improvements
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- Base location by negotiation at Walgett, Lightning Ridge or Collarenebri
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About you

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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:

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- Experience in regulatory compliance, ranger services, companion animal management or similar
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- Sound knowledge of relevant legislation: Companion Animals Act 1998, Impounding Act 1993, Local Government Act 1993, Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997
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- Experience conducting investigations, gathering evidence and making defensible decisions
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- Confidence handling companion animals safely and professionally
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- Strong communication skills and resilience in difficult situations
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- Confidence to put forward ideas while listening and learning from colleagues
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- Willingness to share knowledge and help build a strong team
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- Ability to work independently while communicating and backing teammates
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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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View the full position description: https://applynow.net.au/jobs/WGC260/assets/32060613

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What we offer

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

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About us

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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.

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Closing date for applications

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

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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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