Casual Parking Compliance Ranger
Work outdoors, support the community and help keep Lake Macquarie safe, accessible and moving.
- An exciting opportunity where no two days are the same
- Work across Lake Macquarie’s beaches, town centres and community spaces
- Join a supportive and professional team focused on community outcomes
- Play an important role in improving safety, accessibility and traffic flow across the city
LET’S EXPLORE THE JOB
We are seeking motivated, resilient and customer-focused individuals to join our Rangers team as Casual Parking Compliance Rangers.
You will play an important role in delivering parking compliance services across the city. You’ll help ensure parking regulations are applied fairly and consistently while supporting safe access, traffic flow and positive community outcomes.
This is a fast-paced and highly varied outdoor role suited to people who enjoy working independently, engaging with the community and responding confidently to challenging situations.
What you’ll do.
- Enforcing on-street parking restrictions in accordance with the Australian Road Rules and relevant legislation
- Conducting patrols across Council and approved parking areas
- Responding to customer enquiries and resolving issues professionally and respectfully
- Issuing warnings and infringement notices where appropriate
- Preparing reports, evidence statements and documentation for legal proceedings
- Presenting evidence in court proceedings when required
- Delivering community education and awareness activities relating to parking compliance
- Operating electronic infringement devices and RMS systems
- Working collaboratively with Council teams, stakeholders and the community
Read theposition statementand learn more about this exciting opportunity.
LET’S HEAR ABOUT YOU
We’re looking for people who are professional, adaptable and confident communicators with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
You enjoy working with the public, can think on your feet and bring a balanced approach to compliance and customer service. You are comfortable working independently while also contributing positively within a team environment.
Most importantly, you bring integrity, resilience and a commitment to delivering fair and respectful outcomes for the community.
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
- Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of people in challenging situations
- Able to adapt and remain flexible in dynamic and changing situations
- Knowledge of the Australian Road Rules and relevant legislation, or the ability to quickly learn
- Strong computer literacy skills including Microsoft Office programs
- Experience preparing reports and maintaining accurate records
- Ability to present evidence in legal proceedings where required
- Current Class C Driver Licence
- Ability to use handheld electronic devices and compliance systems
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team and independently
LET’S REVEAL THE PERKS
- Competitive pay from $45.15 per hour (including 25% casual loading) + 12% superannuation
- Uniform and PPE supplied
- Supportive and experienced team environment
- Build valuable experience in compliance, customer service and community engagement
- Variety and autonomy in your day-to-day work
- Opportunities for ongoing learning and development
- Meaningful work supporting community safety and accessibility
- Along with many otherperksthat come from choosing Lake Mac!
CHOOSE THE LAKE MAC WAY
We know it is our people that will shape the future of our city. That’s why we’re passionate about providing a workplace that empowers our staff to be creative, innovative and bold. When you join the team at Lake Macquarie City Council, you’re joining a group of people with a commitment to make our city even better. We’re proud of our city and the work we do, and we know you will be too.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workforce. We believe that a diverse network of employees, which truly reflects the people it serves and represents, is best equipped to understand and meet the needs of our community. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, refugees and people with disability. We understand the skills and attributes veterans can bring to our Council.
LET’S START
- If you enjoy working outdoors, engaging with the community and taking on new challenges each day, we’d love to hear from you! Send your application by midnight,Sunday 28 June 2026
- For enquiries related to the duties of the role, please contact Liam AirlieActing Senior Ranger Parking Complianceon 4921 0333 or via emaillairlie@lakemac.nsw.gov.au
- For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Georgina GreenTalent Attraction Partner, 4921 0495 or via emailggreen@lakemac.nsw.gov.au
- Your experience throughout the application process matters to us. If you'd like feedback on your application or interview, don't hesitate to get in touch — we're here for you!
- To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and provide responses to questions which are based on the criteria listed in the Position Statement.
- Please note that as part of Lake Macquarie City Council’s recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates may be subject to a medical assessment which may include alcohol and other drugs testing.
