Ranger/Lab Living Desert

Council is seeking a suitably qualified applicant to fill the permanent full-time role of Living Desert Ranger/Labourer.

Job Description

Reporting directly to the Visitor Services Coordinator you will support Broken Hill City Council in assisting with tasks and activities necessary for the successful daily operations within the Living Desert, Living Desert Flora and Fauna Sanctuary, Starview Primitive Campsite, Willyama Common and Regeneration Area ensuring all areas are highly presentable, secure, and safe for the community.

We are seeking an employee that is enthusiastic in pursuing a career at the Living Desert that will ideally have experience in various labouring and gardening duties, able to interact with local wildlife including kangaroos, have high interpersonal skills with proven ability to communicate well with customers, volunteers and various user groups of the Living Desert, and the ability to assist in completing generic repairs and maintenance of infrastructure.

The successful candidate will enjoy living in Broken Hill, take a proactive approach to their work and strive to make a real difference in the community. 

Benefits working for Council include:

• Generous Award Conditions including 5 weeks annual leave
• Paid long Service Leave after 5 years continuous service
• Corporate Health and Wellbeing programs
• Employee growth and development opportunities
• Salary packaging options
• Social Clubs

Appointment to this role will be subject to:

• Preferred candidate after panel interview recommendation
• Pre-employment Medical
• National Police and Background Check
• Reference Check

Job reference: BHCC-LDS-02

Please see attached Living Desert Ranger/Labourer Job Description

Any questions about the role can be directed to Ms Razija Nu’man, Director Corporate Services on (08) 80803387.

To apply for this role, Click Apply and provide Council with a two-page (max.) cover letter that focusses on how you meet the essential requirements of the role; demonstrates your successes in previous roles, and an up-to-date CV with at least two current referees.

Applications close Friday 25 July 2025 @ 5.00pm (ACST)

Broken Hill City Council promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value unique contributions of all people. People from indigenous backgrounds, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you require any adjustments to assist you with your application or would like to discuss the position further, please contact Council’s HR Department on (08) 8080 3342.

Please note that the selection process can commence before the closing date and that the preferred candidate can be selected based on application and referee checks only.