Macedon Ranges Shire
Macedon Ranges Shire
Macedon Ranges Shire
Macedon Ranges Shire

Local Laws Officer

Job No: MRSC90340
Location: Kyneton/ Gisborne

Permanent Full Time
$81,391 - $94,610 per annum plus Super and RDO
Position No: 9034

About the role

This is a rewarding and diverse position that combines community engagement, problem-solving, investigation and enforcement. The role provides the opportunity to make a tangible difference to the quality of life across the Shire by supporting public safety, protecting community amenity and helping residents understand and meet their legal responsibilities.

About you

We are seeking an experienced Local Laws professional who brings strong investigatory, compliance, animal handling and customer service skills, with the ability to confidently manage complex matters and exercise sound judgement. The ideal candidate will be a proactive team player with excellent communication skills, resilience, professionalism and a commitment to achieving positive community outcomes while promoting responsible animal ownership and community safety.

Working at Macedon Ranges Shire Council 

At Macedon Ranges Shire Council, we’re passionate about building a thriving workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute. You’ll work together alongside supportive and collaborative colleagues who share our values of honesty, accountability and innovation. We champion a culture of belonging through a variety of workplace flexibility options, and calendar of wellbeing, diversity and inclusion related programs and initiatives. 

 

Staff Benefits

  • Discount on memberships at Council gym and pool facilities
  • Annual no cost flu vaccinations 
  • Employee Assistance Program 
  • Purchased leave
  • Access to hundreds of exclusive workplace benefits via our Employee Benefits platform
  • Onsite treater available to support your health and wellbeing at work

 

Position Description

 

For further information contact  Marcus Jones - Team Leader Local Laws on 5421 9667.

Interviews are expected to be held from the week commencing 7 Dec 2026.

Closing Date:  27 November at 5:00pm.

To apply please click below and follow the prompts. Please have a copy of your current Resume, responses to Selection Criteria for the role and a Cover letter ready to attach.  

We value diversity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, abilities, and identities. If you require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let us know at jobs@mrsc.vic.gov.au.

Direct applications only – Council does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.

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Macedon Ranges Shire Council

Macedon Ranges Shire is located in central Victoria, about an hour's drive north-west of Melbourne. Covering an area of around 1700 square kilometres, the shire is a semi-rural municipality known for its beautiful natural landscapes. The shire has an estimated population of around 51,500 people and resides on the lands of the Dja Dja Wurrung, Taungurung and Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung peoples. Industries providing local employment in the shire are health care and social assistance, education and training, retail trade, agriculture, forestry and fishing. Tourism is also acknowledged as an important and growing industry for the shire.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce which reflects the community and the customers we serve. Council encourages applications from all suitable applicants including people who are from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people of different ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientation and cultural backgrounds. We are proud to be an equal opportunity and Child Safe employer.