We are seeking a dedicated and responsible individual to join our team as a Ranger. This role involves a diverse range of duties, including parking regulation and enforcement companion animal and on occasion, stock control, and general area patrols. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in maintaining a safe and enjoyable environment for our community.
About Us
Working with us means more than just a job – it’s an opportunity to make a real difference at a local level. We’re a small but impactful council known for innovation, collaboration, and community connection. With around 160 dedicated employees, our team is passionate about delivering services that support the people and places that make our shire special.
Bellingen Shire is a picturesque and diverse area located on the Mid North Coast of NSW, halfway between Sydney and Brisbane and just south of Coffs Harbour. Covering 1,605 square kilometres with around 10km of coastline, the region is renowned for its stunning natural beauty – from lush rainforests and pristine rivers to the World Heritage-listed Dorrigo National Park. Our towns and villages are known for their charm, creativity and strong community spirit.
Living and working here offers the perfect blend of lifestyle and purpose. With a focus on sustainability, cultural richness, and a warm, welcoming community, Bellingen Shire is an inspiring place to grow your career, enjoy work-life balance, and contribute to something meaningful.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Senior Ranger, you will collaborate with a passionate group responsible for supporting Council to ensure our community adheres to a variety of regulations.
The ideal candidate will have Diploma of Government (Investigation), Certificate IV Local Government (Regulatory Services) or equivalent qualifications and/or demonstrated experience in a similar regulatory role including animal control and management, specialised and regulatory industry practices, and court proceedings, investigation, report writing, and relevant legislation. Applicants with equivalent, relevant experience will be considered.
To succeed in the role, you will have demonstrated commitment to a customer service culture and the delivery of quality services, demonstrated skills in negotiation, problem solving and conflict resolution and a proven ability to communicate positively to customers, stakeholders, community groups and partner organisations.
It is expected all employees will demonstrate behaviours consistent with Council’s values of service ethic/commitment, professionalism, respect, teamwork, integrity and communication.
One of the most important aspects of this position is educating the community and encouraging adherence to regulations. If you’re looking for a role where you can make a positive impact on people, animals and the environment, then we’d love to have you on our team!
On offer
Some of the benefits working for Bellingen Shire Council include:
- Access to Fitness Passport
- Access to employee wellbeing programs
- Hybrid and flexible work arrangements
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- Salary packaging options
- Permanent full-time position, 38 hours per week
Annual salary of $64,602.72 to $74,618.31 (plus super).
Still Have Questions?
- For further information regarding this role please contact Geoff O’Grady, Senior Ranger, on (02) 6655 7300.
- For enquiries about the application process, please contact the Recruitment Team at [email protected].
Sponsorship/work rights for Australia
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.
How to Apply
Please read the Position Description. It is important to read this carefully to understand what the job involves.
No candidate will meet every single desired qualification or skill. If your experience looks a little different from what we have identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we would love to learn more about you!
If this sounds like you
Applications close: Sunday 26th July, 2026 at 4pm
Further information
As part of the recruitment process, suitable candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening which can include relevant background checks, functional capacity assessments, psychometric testing, and drug and alcohol screening (where relevant to the role). We may also review publicly available information (such as social media) and, with your consent, contact previous employers not listed on your application.
Our recruitment process is managed via system generated emails. Please ensure your email address is entered correctly to avoid missing important updates and outcomes. Notifications may include application confirmation, interview invitations, reference requests, and application outcomes. Remember to check your email regularly, including your junk/spam folder.
Bellingen Shire Council is a Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.
Bellingen Shire Council as an equal opportunity employer is committed to a merit-based workforce that encompasses inclusiveness and diversity in an environment of mutual respect. We invite, encourage, welcome and value candidates of all ages and from all backgrounds.
Bellingen Shire Council is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and creating and maintaining a child safe organisation.
If you require additional assistance to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the People and Culture team on 02 6655 7300 or [email protected]. You can ask for reasonable adjustments to be made at any time during the recruitment process.
