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The Shire of Ashburton covers 105,647 square kilometres and includes the towns of Tom Price, Paraburdoo, Onslow and Pannawonica. The Shire employs 100 staff, has a population of 7,300 and an annual budget of $8.6 million. Within the Shire’s vast area are the spectacular Karijini, Chichester and Millstream national parks, famous for their unique gorges, rivers, flora and fauna. Onslow is situated on the coast 1,377 kilometres north of Perth (sealed roads). It offers a diverse range of sporting and social activities, education to Year 10, hospital services etc. Excellent shopping and related facilities are available at Karratha (300 kilometres on sealed roads)

The successful applicant will provide courteous, efficient and effective Ranger Services in the western portion of the Shire. Practical experience as a Ranger or Law Enforcement Officer within a Local Government Environment will be highly regarded.

A salary range of $27,446 - $29,499 is offered, in conjunction with generous superannuation benefits, a location allowance, subsidised accommodation and utilities, relocation assistance and limited private use of a fully maintained Council vehicle in accordance with Council Policy.

Applications addressing the selection criteria will be received until 4.00pm on Friday 21 May 1999 and should be endorsed "Confidential application – Position No PE:RE27". An information package can be obtained by contacting Mrs Moira Greenhalgh on (08) 9189 1029. David G Carey, Chief Executive Officer, Shire of Ashburton, P O Box 567, TOM PRICE WA 6751.