Coordinator Ranger Services

An iconic location, Esperance is situated on Western Australia's southeast coast about 725 km from Perth by road and 1.5 hour direct flight. The Esperance Region comprises some of the most spectacular landscapes in Western Australia. It includes over 400km of coastline ranging from the gently undulating bays and picturesque islands of the Recherche Archipelago to the striking cliffs of the Great Australian Bight.

The Shire employs over 350 people in a diverse range of roles, making us one of the largest employers in the region. Employees enjoy generous benefits including up to 17% superannuation, 5 weeks annual leave, health and wellbeing initiatives, opportunities for career progression and work life balance.

All employees strive to embody the Shire’s values of Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence in contributing to the community, making Esperance a great place to live and work.

About the Job

There is an exciting opportunity with the Shire of Esperance for a Coordinator Ranger Services. This role will effectively lead and coordinate the Ranger Services Team to ensure compliance and conformity with Acts, Regulations, Local Laws and policies in a fair, equitable and transparent manner, and deliver outcomes of the Council Plan.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide Ranger Services with technical advice and professional support to resolve issues.
• Manage and prepare Ranger Services rosters to ensure adequate coverage is provided across allocated hours of operation and for on call and patrol activities.
• Ensure Ranger Services responsibilities and functions are undertaken in accordance with the Local Government Act 1995 and other relevant state legislation, associated regulations and local laws, and policies.

This is a permanent full-time position, working a minimum of 38 hours per week.  

About you 

In order to succeed and thrive in this position, you must have:

• Suitable qualification, either Associate Diploma or Certificate IV in a relevant field, or at least 3 years’ experience in a similar Local Government role.
• Demonstrated supervisory and leadership experience with the ability to work in and promote a team environment.
• Good level of computer skills including use of Microsoft applications, email, internet and GIS.

Benefits

Salary: $109,309.00 per annum (not including overtime) plus superannuation.

Permanent staff are entitled to:

• 5 weeks annual leave per year. 
• The option of one Rostered Day Off (RDO) every 4 weeks in exchange for working 40 hours per week.
• Minimum of 12% superannuation employer contribution.
• Superannuation co-contribution offered to a maximum of 5%.
• Free access to the Bay of Isles Leisure Centre (pool & gym).
• Access to career development opportunities.
• Ranger Uniform.
• Employee wellness initiatives including Employee Assistance Program, skin checks and flu vaccinations.

Applications close on Sunday 22 February 2026.

Applications must be made via the Shire of Esperance online recruitment portal by clicking the APPLY button below and include a current Resume, a Cover Letter and Statements addressing the Selection Criteria found on the attached position description.

Further details (including the Selection Criteria) are available in the Position Description, below, or contact Human Resources on 08 9071 0634

The successful applicant must be able to pass a pre-employment medical examination, including drug and alcohol screening test to be considered for the role.

The Shire of Esperance is an Equal Opportunity Employer