Ranger/Lab Living Desert

Broken Hill City Council; Broken Hill; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Long service leave

Health and wellbeing programs

Growth opportunities

Social clubs

Job summary

Broken Hill City Council is seeking a suitably qualified applicant to fill the temporary full-time role of Living Desert Ranger/Labourer for up to six months. Reporting to the Living Desert Ranger, you will assist with daily operations at the Living Desert, Living Desert Flora and Fauna Sanctuary, Starview Primitive Campsite, Willyama Common and Regeneration Area.

The ideal candidate will have labouring and gardening experience, knowledge of local flora and fauna and Aboriginal culture, strong

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic to experience working at the Living Desert
• Experience in labouring and gardening duties desired
• Knowledge of local flora, fauna and Aboriginal culture desirable
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to assist in repairs and maintenance

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations within the Living Desert, Flora and Fauna Sanctuary, Starview Primitive Campsite, Willyama Common and Regeneration Area to keep areas presentable, secure and safe for the community
• Assist in completing general repairs and maintenance of infrastructure
• Communicate effectively with team and contribute to a collaborative work environment

Job description

Council is seeking a suitably qualified applicant to fill the temporary full-time role of Living Desert Ranger/Labourer. This position is for a temporary period of up to six (6) months.

Reporting directly to the Living Desert Ranger you will support Broken Hill City Council in assisting with tasks and activities necessary for the successful daily operations within the Living Desert, Living Desert Flora and Fauna Sanctuary, Starview Primitive Campsite, Willyama Common and Regeneration Area ensuring all areas are highly presentable, secure and safe for the community.

Job Description

We are seeking a person who is enthusiastic to experience working at the Living Desert and who will ideally have experience in various labouring and gardening duties. Knowledge and experience in local flora, fauna and Aboriginal culture is desirable. You will have high interpersonal skills with ability to communicate well with others and the ability to assist in completing generic repairs and maintenance of infrastructure.

The successful candidate will enjoy living in Broken Hill, take a proactive approach to their work and strive to make a real difference in the community.

The ideal candidate will possess and be able to demonstrate the following:

• Understand all Council staff are one team working towards a shared purpose
• A 'can do' attitude focused on delivering outcomes
• Commitment to a strong values culture and a preparedness to 'Play your Role'
• Commitment to embracing Council's Customer service framework and to 'Think like the Customer'
• Have a commitment to the liveability of our community

Benefits working for Council include:

• Generous Award Conditions including 5 weeks annual leave
• Paid long Service Leave after 5 years continuous service
• Corporate Health and Wellbeing programs
• Employee growth and development opportunities
• Social Clubs

Appointment to this role will be subject to:

• Pre-employment Medical
• National Police and Background Check
• Reference Checks

Job reference: BHCC-LDS-02

Any questions about the role can be directed to Mr Patrick Kreitner, Visitor Services Coordinator on [phone].

Applications close Friday 25 September 2026 at 5.00pm ACST

Broken Hill City Council promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value unique contributions of all people. People from Indigenous backgrounds, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you require any adjustments to assist you with your application, please contact Council's People & Culture Department on [phone] or [phone].

Please note that the selection process can commence before the closing date and that the preferred candidate can be selected based on application and referee checks only.