Senior Ranger

Senior Ranger

Level 6 - $122,693.21 (incl $20,000 Port Hedland Allowance) + Superannuation

Amazing benefits including Town Provided Housing, Utilities Assistance and up to $10,000 Relocation Assistance

The Town

Port Hedland is a dynamic, diverse town in Western Australia's beautiful North West that enjoys a relaxed lifestyle. We are proud of our stunning landscapes, Aboriginal heritage, vibrant multicultural community and our significant resources industry. At the Town of Port Hedland, let your career take-off as you tackle challenges unique to the region, collaborate with a range of people from all walks of life and become part of a vibrant team that is making real change in the Pilbara.

The Role

Make a real impact on community safety and wellbeing with the Town of Port Hedland!

Are you an experienced regulatory professional ready to take the lead on complex compliance matters and shape safer, more resilient community?

We are seeking a Senior Ranger to play a critical role in delivering high-quality regulatory services and supporting the day-to-day leadership of our Ranger Services team.

In this pivotal position, you will drive compliance outcomes across the community while acting as a trusted escalation point for complex regulatory matters. Working closely with the Coordinator Ranger Services, you will provide leadership, mentoring, and operational support to ensure best-practice enforcement and community engagement.

This is an opportunity to combine your investigative expertise, leadership capability, and regulatory knowledge in a role that genuinely influences community wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver and lead compliance initiatives, ensuring adherence to relevant state and local legislation
• Support the Coordinator Ranger Services in overseeing daily operations and team performance
• Act as the escalation point for complex or sensitive compliance matters
• Conduct investigations, develop compliance strategies, and implement enforcement actions
• Mentor, coach, and support trainee and junior rangers in their development
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of procedures, policies, and safe work practices
• Lead legal matters, including preparing cases and representing the organisation in court proceedings
• Promote community safety through education programs, proactive patrols, and risk mitigation (including fire, cyclone, and animal welfare compliance)

For further information, please view the attached position description.

Work Related Requirements

The preferred applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol assessment to be considered for the role, as well as possess:

• Successful completion of Regulatory Officers Compliance Skills (ROCS) 1 & 2 or equivalent Municipal Law Enforcement A and B.
• Certificate IV in Local Government Regulatory Services.
• Experience in firearms handling and safety, and the ability to obtain a firearms licence.
• Current 'C' Class Manual Driver's Licence.
• National Police Clearance.
• Rights to work in Australia

Employee Benefits

In addition to the salary our employees enjoy a range of benefits which may include:

• Town provided Housing and Utilities Assistance
• Six weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Relocation assistance up to $10,000
• Wellness program (includes free gym membership, pool passes etc.)
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Paid parental leave

How to Apply

Applicants are encouraged to apply online.

If you are unable to apply online, please forward your application documents to Human Resources, Attention "Confidential Advertised Vacancy" either by:

Post: PO Box 41, Port Hedland WA 6721 | Hand: Civic Centre, McGregor Street, Port Hedland WA 6721

Applicants are advised to write a cover letter of no more than two (2) pages outlining how your skills, capabilities and experience will contribute to their success in this position. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure their application is received in full prior to the closing date and time.

Suitable applicants may be considered for appointment to similar vacancies during the six-month period following the conclusion of this recruitment process.

For further information about this position please contact our Talent team by emailing .au

The Town reserves the right to commence shortlisting prior to the closing date.

Applications close at 11:45 PM on Sunday 23 August 2026

The Town of Port Hedland is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities