Ranger Services Team Lead

Ranger Services Team Lead — Permanent Full Time
Salary: $99,000 to $114,000 + 12% Super + Vehicle
Location: Armadale — Flexible hours | Free AFAC membership
New Industrial Agreement provides a pay rise locked in for July 2026.

Shape the future of Ranger Services in a fast-growing community
If you're a calm and capable leader who thrives on solving problems, supporting a team, and strengthening community safety, this could be your next chapter. As the third fastest growing local government in WA, our community is evolving to meet growing expectations. We have collaborated with the community to establish ambitious targets and need your leadership to help achieve them.

At the City of Armadale, our Ranger Services team safeguards community lifestyle and amenity. From fire prevention to animal management, from local law compliance to community education — no two days are the same. As Ranger Services Lead, you'll guide an emerging and committed team and shape how we serve our diverse community.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing Ranger team, setting them up for success.
• Oversee compliance and enforcement across animal management, fire hazards, parking, illegal dumping, and other local laws.
• Strengthen community safety and amenity through proactive education, problem-solving and respectful enforcement.
• Drive improvements to systems, procedures, and service delivery.
• Build strong relationships with local stakeholders and the community.

Your leadership will ensure Rangers deliver fair, transparent, and professional services so the community feels safer, more supported, and more engaged.

You're someone who:

• Stays calm under pressure and can resolve conflict constructively.
• Brings integrity, attention to detail, and a strong grasp of legislation.
• Has experience leading teams in compliance, emergency, or regulatory services.
• Can coach, mentor, and bring out the best in others.
• Holds ROCS 1 & 2, Fire Control Officer qualifications, and a C-class driver's licence.
• Has experience in animal handling and knowledge of relevant WA legislation.

We are a values-led organisation guided by our beliefs that we care, are better together, and learn & grow. Joining our team means embracing a culture where we look after ourselves and each other. We actively listen and provide constructive feedback. We build resilience in ourselves, our organisation, and the community, and are mindful of our impacts, making responsible and sustainable decisions.

• Flexible working options — compressed weeks (9 day fortnight or 19 day month) and remote-friendly where possible
• Wellbeing benefits — Free Armadale Fitness and Aquatic Centre membership (gym, pool, sauna, group classes, wellbeing events)
• Superannuation top-up contributions matched up to 15%
• Study Assistance for part-time courses to support professional development
• Novated Lease opportunities
• Flexible leave policies and additional days off
• Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support
• 17.5% Annual Leave Loading

Ready to make a meaningful impact? Apply via the Armadale Careers page. Attach your CV and a cover letter explaining why you're the perfect fit. For application help, contact Ron Porter — Manager Rangers and Emergency Services — at 0438 207 002 or email hr@armadale.wa.gov.au.

Apply soon — we review applications as they come in and the position may close earlier than expected.

The City of Armadale is committed to creating a diverse workforce and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Indigenous people, people with disabilities, and those from different cultural backgrounds. We uphold high child-safety standards with background checks, training, and ongoing education for all employees and volunteers who interact with children.