After Hours Compliance Officer

Cairns Regional Council; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Fitness Passport

5 weeks annual leave

3 weeks personal leave

14 weeks parental leave

Learning and development opportunities

Salary sacrifice

Job summary

Cairns Regional Council is seeking an After Hours Compliance Officer to respond to animal management matters across the region outside normal business hours. You will support the community through proactive patrols, investigations, and by educating the public on responsible animal ownership.

This full-time permanent role requires a C class driver's license, knowledge of Local Laws and the Animal Management Act, strong written skills, and the physical capacity to handle animals and undertake

Qualifications

• Must have current C class driver's license and ability to drive between locations.
• Strong written communication skills for reports and correspondence.
• Ability to undertake strenuous physical tasks.
• Experience handling animals (dogs, cats, horses) and understanding capture techniques.
• Ability to assess dangerous animal behavior.
• Courteous and diplomatic interaction during disputes.

Responsibilities

• Undertake regular patrolling and investigations under Local Laws and Animal Management acts.
• Respond to breaches of Animal Management laws and incidents after hours.
• Educate and advise the community to promote compliance and responsible behavior.

Skills

C class driver's license

Written communication

Physical fitness

Animal handling

Dangerous animal behavior

Dispute resolution

Job description

After Hours Compliance Officer

Requisition Number: 1329

Salary Range: $79,898.21 - $86,649.77 per annum

Position Type: Full-Time Permanent

Location: Council Chambers, 119-145 Spence Street, Cairns

Application Close Date: Sunday, 4 October 2026 at 11.30pm AEST

Are you passionate about animal welfare, community safety, and making a positive impact?

We're seeking a dedicated After Hours Compliance Officer to join our team and play a vital role in responding to animal management matters across the region.

What You Will Do:

As an After Hours Compliance Officer, you will be the first point of response for animal-related matters outside of normal business hours. Your work will support the community through proactive patrols, responsive investigations, and by educating the public on responsible animal ownership.

Your key purpose will be to:

• Undertake regular patrols and conduct investigations in accordance with Local Laws and relevant legislation
• Respond to and investigate alleged breaches of Animal Management laws
• Provide education, advice, and support to the community to promote compliance and responsible behaviour

Whether attending urgent incidents, gathering evidence, or helping reunite lost pets with their owners, you will play a vital role in protecting both the public and our animal community.

What We Are Looking For:

• Current “C” class driver’s licence with the ability to independently drive between business locations to meet operational needs.
• Knowledge of or ability to interpret and understand Council’s Local Laws and the Animal Management (Cats & Dogs) Act 2008 and other legislation specific to Animal Management.
• High level of written skills including the ability to draft reports and routine correspondence.
• Demonstrated ability and physical capacity to undertake a variety of strenuous physical tasks.
• Ability to handle animals, in particular, dogs, cats and horses with understanding of capture techniques.
• Ability to understand and assess dangerous animal behaviour.
• Ability to relate in a courteous and diplomatic manner, particularly in dispute situations.

This is a dynamic and meaningful role suited to someone who is confident, calm under pressure, and passionate about community safety and animal welfare.

Some benefits we offer:

• Achieve work / life balance with flexible working arrangements
• Fitness Passport - subsidised health and well-being memberships (gym/swimming pool)
• Recharge with up to 5 weeks annual leave
• Up to 3 weeks personal leave
• Cherish family time with up to 14 weeks paid parental leave
• Grow personally and professionally with learning and development opportunities
• Salary sacrifice opportunities

We are committed to:

• Fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Embracing innovation and continuous improvement
• Cultivating a culture of professional growth and support

Council’s Recruitment Team can be contacted via:

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Website: Employment at Council | Cairns Regional Council