(25/9/2025) Ranger/Assistant Ranger

7 days ago


Bunbury, Australia Broome Council Full time

Overview

Job Category: Community Services and Development, Government, Defence & Emergency

Broome is one of the most stunning places in Australia. It has magnificent beaches and a natural environment that boasts desirable lifestyles, active and dynamic cultural, sporting and social scenes, with all the features and benefits of a small town

At the Shire of Broome our people are fundamental to our success. We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace with the right people in the right roles, who are proactive, empowered and appropriately rewarded.

We strive to be a workplace filled with employees who live and breathe our values of PEARLS (Proactive, for Everyone, Accountable, Respectful, Listening, Sustainable).

About the Position

Shire of Broome Rangers form a tight knit team that provides an essential service to the Broome community as well as visitors. The team is gaining strength, and an opportunity has now arisen for an Assistant Ranger to join the team. Supported by the Coordinator and Ranger team the position forms an integral part of the Shire’s service profile. The Assistant Ranger works in the community with a wide range of activities and duties including but not limited to animal management, vehicle management covering parking and off-road vehicle control, litter, illegal camping and community safety more generally. Joining the team as an Assistant Ranger means you’ll be supported through formal and on the job training, all the while making the Shire a cleaner, safer and more pleasant place in which to live and visit.

This is a trainee position, and the successful applicant will become authorized under various legislation to take enforcement action and issue infringements where considered necessary.

Already a qualified Ranger and looking to make a real difference in your community?We’d love to hear from you To learn more about this exciting opportunity check out the Ranger- Position description

This is a permanent full-time position, the availability to work weekends will be required.

About You

As an Assistant Ranger, you’ll be setting up a new career pathway. You’ll be comfortable working in the community and with people from all walks of life, influencing and at times persuading people in the choices they make – for their own safety, the safety of others, the appropriate care and management of animals, and the general order of the community. If you have a happy outlook on life, want to enjoy the relaxed lifestyle Broome has to offer and contribute to a better community, this might be the opening you’ve been waiting for. Experience in a similar position such as animal management or community services will be advantageous but is not a requirement for this position.

If you’re excited by this opportunity and want to know more before you submit your application, feel free to contact the Ranger Coordinator or People and Culture team member on 9191 3456.

Don’t delay, because in event a suitable applicant is identified before the closing date, the advertisement will be withdrawn.

Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, give us a call to talk further. Our recruitment process considers both technical and cultural fit, and how our development program can support individuals to grow into roles. You may just be the right candidate for this or another position at the Shire of Broome.

Desired Skills and Experience

Working for the Shire of Broome means you will enjoy:

Assistant Ranger

- $68K - $74K base salary per annum (Depending on qualifications and experience)
- In addition to base salary there are generous allowances for Broome location ($6,214) and employer-matched superannuation.
- Leave entitlements well above industry minimums, including additional annual leave and monthly rostered days off - giving you every opportunity to enjoy that Broome lifestyle
- Salary sacrifice options for rental assistance, mortgage interest and more.
- Family Membership to the Broome Recreation and Aquatic Centre.
- A comprehensive Wellness Program including discounts on local services such as Pilates and Yoga.
- An active and engaging social club.
- $76K - $82K base salary per annum (Depending on qualifications and experience)
- In addition to base salary there are generous allowances for Broome location ($6,214) and Law Enforcement Allowance ($7,800) and employer-matched superannuation.
- Leave entitlements well above industry minimums, including additional annual leave and monthly rostered days off - giving you every opportunity to enjoy that Broome lifestyle
- Salary sacrifice options for rental assistance, mortgage interest and more.
- Family Membership to the Broome Recreation and Aquatic Centre.
- A comprehensive Wellness Program including discounts on local services such as Pilates and Yoga.
- An active and engaging social club.

The Shire of Broome is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume that best demonstrates your suitability for this position, as well as your ability to meet the requirements of the role.

Applications for this position are to be received no later than 4:00pm Monday 6 October 2025.

The Shire of Broome reserves the right to close an advertisement early should a suitable pool of candidates be received. This means the vacancy may close without notice. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you apply as soon as possible.

Canvassing of Councillors will disqualify.

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