Local Government - Walcha Council

Walcha Council; Armidale; On-site; AUD 86,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-call allowances

Fully equipped vehicle

Mobile phone and tablet

Flexible start times

Handover and support from Uralla RU

Ongoing training and development

Relocation assistance

Field-based work

Job summary

Walcha Council is seeking a dedicated ranger to manage companion animals, parking enforcement, public compliance and on-site sewage inspections across Walcha Shire in NSW. The role includes relief coverage for Uralla Council and delivering community education on animal welfare and waste dumping.

You will administer the Companion Animals Act, investigate requests and maintain public standards, with about 80% fieldwork and 20% office duties.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV or higher in Local Government (or progress toward)
• Dog handling experience or relevant certification
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Knowledge of the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997
• Strong track record in community education and conflict resolution

Responsibilities

• Administer the Companion Animals Act and care for stray animals
• Investigate and resolve customer compliance requests and complaints
• Enforce Shire parking, footway, and public place regulations
• Conduct on-site sewage management inspections and issue approvals
• Deliver community education campaigns on animal welfare and dumping
• Provide shared on-call ranger coverage and leave relief

Skills

Dog handling

Community education

Conflict resolution

Education

Certificate IV in Local Government (or progress toward)

Job description

Your Patch, Your Purpose

Manage companion animals, parking, public compliance, and sewage inspections across Walcha Shire. Maintain community standards, care for stray animals, and provide relief coverage for Uralla Council.

Duties

• Administer the Companion Animals Act and care for stray animals
• Investigate and resolve customer compliance requests and complaints
• Enforce Shire parking, footway, and public place regulations
• Conduct on-site sewage management inspections and issue approvals
• Deliver community education campaigns on animal welfare and dumping
• Provide shared on-call ranger coverage and leave relief

What You'll Bring to the Beat

• Certificate IV or higher in Local Government (or progress toward)
• Dog handling experience or relevant certification
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Knowledge of the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997
• Strong track record in community education and conflict resolution

The Rewards of the Role

You'll receive a competitive salary of up to $95,000, based on your skills, experience and qualifications, plus 12% superannuation and allowances. You'll also enjoy:

• Allowances for being on call, plus payment for any call-outs
• A fully kitted-out work vehicle, so your office really is the open road
• A mobile phone and tablet to keep you connected in the field
• Flexible start times
• A full handover and ongoing support from the Uralla Ranger
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Relocation support for the right candidate
• Genuine variety, with roughly 80% in the field and 20% in the office

About the company

Walcha Council is a progressive regional council delivering wraparound services across a large NSW footprint. Renowned for community care and practical delivery, our modernising team drives local capability and high-quality public service.

Ready to Answer the Call?

If you want a role where your work is seen, felt and valued, and where you can be a practical, respected presence in a community that genuinely cares, we're ready for you.