Team Leader Ranger Services

• Permanent Full Time 
• $98,265 – $105.798 pa (plus 12% super and annual pay increases)
• Flexible working arrangements available including flexitime, WFH and RDOs

Who we are
Surf Coast Shire spans the Traditional Lands of the Wadawurrung People and the Gulidjan and Gadabanud Peoples of the Eastern Maar Nation and is blessed with unique environments from the coast to the hinterland – towns and villages with their own cultures and lifestyles.

The charm and values of coastal lifestyle make it a place where people want to live, work, and visit to experience an exceptional quality of life.

Surf Coast Shire Council’s workforce is representative of the townships and communities it serves, and our culture is supportive, respectful and connected to our purpose of helping our community and environment to thrive.  

We empower our people to do their best and be proud of their achievements. We have a commitment to growth and development and our employees enjoy a contemporary working environment with flexibility and hybrid working arrangements. 

We work together, we see opportunity, we do what we say, and we make a difference.
 

Your new career
Lead a dedicated team that makes a real difference in our community.. As Team Leader Ranger Services, you’ll guide a passionate group committed to:

• supporting residents,
• protecting public spaces,
• and upholding Council’s local laws. 

Your leadership will help foster a proactive, community-focused approach to education and compliance, ensuring the safety, amenity, and environmental integrity of the Surf Coast. 

This is your opportunity to build community trust, support your team’s growth, and contribute to a respectful, sustainable, and well-cared-for municipality.

What you will bring to the role
We are looking for a confident and community-minded leader who is passionate about building strong teams and delivering positive outcomes for the Surf Coast community. 

You’ll be someone who leads by example, is calm under pressure, is fair and consistent in decision-making, and committed to fostering a respectful and safe community through education and engagement.

To thrive in this role you will have: 

• Demonstrated leadership experience in compliance, law enforcement, or a community-focused regulatory environment.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and support a team to deliver consistent, high-quality service.
• Strong knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations relating to animal management, local laws, and compliance.
• Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills, with the ability to engage and educate diverse community members.
• Well-developed organisational and reporting skills, including experience managing rosters, investigations, and incident responses.

Key selection criteria
Mandatory qualifications, experience and requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Law Enforcement or relevant discipline (Qualification Check conducted) with some relevant experience or a lesser qualification with substantial in an area relevant to this position.
• Knowledge of Magistrates Court and Infringements Court procedures.
• Knowledge of legislation related to Parking, Animal Control and Local Law enforcement
• Possess or able to obtain a current Victorian Shooter’s Licence.
• A current Working With Children Check
• You have the permanent right to live and work in Australia
• Police Check results that are suitable for this position (will be arranged by Surf Coast Shire Council). 
  A complete international criminal history check is required if the person has worked or lived overseas for any period of time OR a complete national criminal history check is required if the person has only ever worked in Australia.

What you’ll love working with us
Council embraces diversity and social inclusion and encourages applications from skilled people from all walks of life.

We recognise that our employees play a vital role in creating an innovative, safe, respectful and supportive workplace, living our values and delivering exceptional services to our thriving community. Our shire spans the Traditional Lands of the Wadawurrung People and the Gulidjan and Gadabanud Peoples of the Eastern Maar Nation. Council is committed to providing a workplace culture of equity, inclusion and diversity that eliminates all forms of discrimination, harassment and bullying.

There are numerous social activities throughout the year available as well as the benefits of:

• Flexible working arrangements including working from home and flexi time options, RDOs
• Employee Assistance Program and award-winning staff wellbeing program
• Career development and learning opportunities, we help our people grow
• Commenter use of Council vehicle 
• Purchase of additional annual leave
• Free onsite parking
• Leave loading.

For more information
More information on the role accountabilities and the key selection criteria can be found in the position description here. 

If you believe you have the knowledge, skills and experience to fulfil this role and would like further information, please contact Andrew Hewitt, Manager Community Safety on 5261 0600.

How to apply
Applications are to be in Word or PDF format and should include a:

• cover letter including your statement addressing the selection criteria 
• copy of your resume. 

Please note that only applications with a statement addressing the selection criteria will be considered for this position.

Simply complete the application process by clicking the "Apply Now" button and we'll be in touch with you shortly regarding your application. 

Applications close at 11.59pm Sunday 2 November 2025 

Surf Coast Shire Council is an equal opportunity and child safe employer.