OSCA occupation

591132 Council Ranger

Investigates complaints and enforces local government and state legislation relating to matters such as animal control, illegal dumping, overgrown vegetation and parking regulation.

Major group: 5 Clerical and Administrative Workers
Unit group: 5911 Inspectors and Regulatory Compliance Officers
Edition: OSCA 2024
Skill level: Level 4

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Official ANZSCO correspondence

ANZSCO 599599 Inspectors and Regulatory Officers nec Partial correspondence in the ABS table

Role overview

Investigates complaints and enforces local government and state legislation relating to matters such as animal control, illegal dumping, overgrown vegetation and parking regulation.

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Occupation facts

Skill level: 4
Major group: 5 Clerical and Administrative Workers
Sub-major group: 59 Other Clerical and Administrative Workers
Minor group: 591 Inspectors and Regulatory Officers
Unit group: 5911 Inspectors and Regulatory Compliance Officers

Tasks

Patrols, inspects and enforces regulations for companion animals, such as leash laws and registration requirements, and manages complaints about nuisance animals
Monitors and enforces regulations related to issues such as littering, illegal dumping, and protection of natural habitats
Patrols public areas to ensure compliance with safety regulations through actions such as monitoring parking, enforcing fire bans and ensuring compliance with alcohol consumption laws in public places
Educates the community about local laws and regulations, such as noxious weeds and responsible pet ownership, and participates in community events and initiatives
Assists with evacuation procedures, coordinating responses and providing support to affected communities in emergency situations

Skill level guidance

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Industry context

Alternative titles

City Ranger
Local Government Ranger

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Compare OSCA 591132 with related occupations

Compare roles in the same OSCA unit group by their official definition, skill level, tasks and recognised alternative titles.

Comparison point	Current code591132 Council Ranger	591131 Aerodrome Reporting Officer	591133 Electrical Asset Inspector
Official role definition	Investigates complaints and enforces local government and state legislation relating to matters such as animal control, illegal dumping, overgrown vegetation and parking regulation.	Monitors, maintains and reports on airfield conditions, including weather, runway conditions and air traffic to ensure safe aviation operations.	Inspects, tests and reports on electricity network assets, including power poles, cables, overhead conductors and public lighting.
Skill level	Skill Level 4	Skill Level 4	Skill Level 4
Key tasks	Patrols, inspects and enforces regulations for companion animals, such as leash laws and registration requirements, and manages complaints about nuisance animals Monitors and enforces regulations related to issues such as littering, illegal dumping, and protection of natural habitats Patrols public areas to ensure compliance with safety regulations through actions such as monitoring parking, enforcing fire bans and ensuring compliance with alcohol consumption laws in public places Educates the community about local laws and regulations, such as noxious weeds and responsible pet ownership, and participates in community events and initiatives	Inspects airfields to check the condition of runways, visual aids, lighting and for the presence of off-aerodrome hazards, and reports findings Supervises and facilitates the safety of airport works and work site access Participates in airport emergency planning and response Manages airport wildlife hazards, including the use of repellents, deterrents and culling	Inspects electricity network assets to check for signs of damage or deterioration, and verifies compliance with safety standards Performs tests and measurements such as thermal imaging, voltage measurement or corona discharge detection, to identify faults in the electricity network Compiles reports of inspection findings and provides recommendations for maintenance, repairs or replacement Collaborates with maintenance teams to schedule and prioritise necessary repairs or upgrades
Alternative titles	City Ranger Local Government Ranger	Airport Reporting Officer	Not stated

Comparison uses occupation definitions, skill levels, tasks and title variants from the ABS OSCA data files.

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Official source

Official source: ABS OSCA 2024 release and correspondence tables
Last reviewed: 2026-04-17

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