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Senior Ranger

Darwin, Australia

Reference: 6775655

    • Permanent | Full time - Based CBD
    • $81,784.36 per year plus superannuation
    • Friendly working hours

    Welcome to the City of Darwin!

    We are looking for an experienced Senior Ranger who is self-motivated, has strong customer service skills and great attention to detail.

    About the Opportunity:

    You will be required to provide a high-level of customer service to protect and enhance community amenity and public safety through enforcing relevant legislation. This position will be required to undertake investigations and action complex customer enquiries.

    The successful applicant will be responsible for providing training, guidance, motivation and support to Rangers.

    The Senior Ranger will also provide education, assistance and advice to members of the public on City of Darwin By-Laws (including Animal Management).

    You must demonstrate cultural competency's including experience in engaging with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples from culturally diverse population groups.

    As this role is required to assist in investigations, keep accurate records and assist in the collation and analysis of data the successful applicant must have a high level of written and verbal skills.

    About you:

    For you to be successful in this role you must hold the following licences:

    • Class C Drivers Licence
    • Working with Children's Clearance or the ability to obtain prior to commencement
    • Certificate IV in Government Investigations or the ability to obtain in 6 months
    • Minimum three (3) years regulatory services experience
    • National Police Records Check


    City of Darwin Talent Acquisition Team can be contacted via:

    For further information regarding this role, please read full position description or contact Allen Ryan on 08 8930 0605 during business hours. Please note, only applicants that are shortlisted for this role will be contacted.

    Applications close on 8 July 2025 (5 PM)

    We are looking forward to receiving your application if you are a direct applicant. Please note that we are not working with recruitment agencies for this position.

    The City of Darwin is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background to apply.

    As part of City of Darwin's recruitment process, applicants may be required to undergo pre-employment assessments, such as a Medical Assessment, National Police Check and Psychometric Assessment.

    Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted after the closing date.


    Applications Close: 08 Jul 2025


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