Asset Compliance Officer

Logan City Council; Logan City; Hybrid; AUD 98,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary from Level 6

Extra Christmas leave

Hybrid flexible working

Wellbeing program

Salary packaging options

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted memberships

Job summary

Logan City Council is seeking an Asset Compliance Officer to safeguard Logan Water's assets through compliance management, investigations and statutory obligations. You will provide specialist advice on water and wastewater assets, manage asset damage and cost recovery investigations, and address unauthorised connections while ensuring adherence to legislation and regulatory standards.

You will work with operational teams, contractors, customers and regulators, investigate complex matters,

Qualifications

• Experience in compliance, investigations, asset management, risk management or a related technical field.
• Strong understanding of legislative, statutory and regulatory compliance requirements within an asset-intensive environment.
• Experience working with infrastructure, utility or asset management functions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to influence, negotiate and prepare high-quality reports.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct investigations, assess evidence and make sound, well-reasoned decisions.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills with ability to identify practical solutions to complex issues.
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with customers, contractors, regulators and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to work autonomously, manage competing priorities and take ownership of outcomes.
• Experience identifying compliance risks, trends and opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and commitment to high-quality customer service.

Responsibilities

• Conduct compliance reviews, audits and investigations including managing complex and sensitive investigations in accordance with relevant government standards.
• Strong understanding of legislative, statutory and regulatory compliance requirements within an asset-intensive environment.
• Demonstrated experience working with infrastructure, risk management, utilities, asset management or a related technical field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to influence, negotiate and prepare high-quality correspondence and reports.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct investigations, assess evidence and make sound, well-reasoned decisions.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify practical solutions to complex issues.
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with customers, contractors, regulators and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to work autonomously, manage competing priorities and take ownership of outcomes.
• Experience identifying compliance risks, trends and opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and commitment to high-quality customer service.

Skills

Compliance investigations

Risk management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Stakeholder engagement

Autonomous work

Critical thinking

Job description

Logan Water is committed to delivering safe, reliable and sustainable water and wastewater services for the Logan community. Our Service Delivery team plays a critical role in maintaining and protecting essential infrastructure, ensuring compliance with legislative obligations, and supporting the safe and reliable delivery of services across one of Queensland's fastest-growing regions.

About the role

As an Asset Compliance Officer, you will play a key role in safeguarding Logan Water's assets through the management of compliance matters, investigations and statutory obligations.

This role combines compliance, asset management, investigation and stakeholder engagement responsibilities. You will provide specialist advice relating to water and wastewater assets, manage asset damage and cost recovery investigations, address unauthorised connections, and support compliance with relevant legislation, standards and regulatory requirements.

Working closely with operational teams, contractors, customers and regulators, you will investigate complex matters, assess risks, develop practical solutions and make informed decisions that support infrastructure integrity and risk mitigation. The role offers a high level of autonomy and would suit someone who is confident working independently, exercising sound judgement and managing sensitive matters from investigation through to resolution.

Position responsibilities include:

• Conduct compliance reviews, audits and investigations including managing complex and sensitive investigations in accordance with relevant government standards Experience in compliance, investigations, asset management, risk management or a related technical field.
• Strong understanding of legislative, statutory and regulatory compliance requirements within an asset-intensive environment.
• Demonstrated experience working with infrastructure, risk management, utilities, asset management or a related technical field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to influence, negotiate and prepare high-quality correspondence and reports.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct investigations, assess evidence and make sound, well-reasoned decisions.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify practical solutions to complex issues.
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with customers, contractors, regulators and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to work autonomously, manage competing priorities and take ownership of outcomes.
• Experience identifying compliance risks, trends and opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and commitment to high-quality customer service.

Key indicators for success:

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate:

• Experience in compliance, investigations, asset management, risk management or a related technical field.
• Strong understanding of legislative, statutory and regulatory compliance requirements within an asset-intensive environment.
• Experience working with infrastructure, utility or asset management functions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to influence, negotiate and prepare high-quality correspondence and reports.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct investigations, assess evidence and make sound, well-reasoned decisions.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify practical solutions to complex issues.
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with customers, contractors, regulators and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to work autonomously, manage competing priorities and take ownership of outcomes.
• Experience identifying compliance risks, trends and opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and commitment to high-quality customer service.

Requirements:

To be considered for and employed in this position, applicants must satisfactorily complete the following pre-employment screening checks, as applicable:

• Work Rights
• Satisfactory references
• Possession of a current "C" class driver's licence
• Construction Safety Induction (White Card)
• National Police History Check

Why choose Logan City Council?

At Logan City Council, we're not just running a city - we're shaping its future. We're a contemporary local government with a clear sense of purpose, focused on delivering exceptional service and value for money for our community.

Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your work contributes to something bigger. When you join us, you'll feel connected to your purpose, your team and the people of Logan.

We believe that when our people thrive, our city thrives. That's why we've built a workplace culture that champions collaboration, growth and wellbeing. Here's what you can look forward to:

• Salary from: Level 6 starts at $108,354 + superannuation.
• Leave that helps you recharge - use your annual leave when it suits you and enjoy the added benefit of extra Christmas leave to make the most of the holiday season.
• Work-life balance that rewards you - our full-time employees work 72.5 hours over nine days, providing a regular day off every fortnight, adding up to 22 extra days each year to recharge, pursue passions, or do more of what you love.
• Flexibility that supports your success - we support work-life balance with hybrid flexible working arrangements designed to help you thrive.
• Wellbeing that works for you - stay active and healthy with discounted memberships at Logan Leisure Centres, access to the Fitness Passport program, and a corporate discount with BUPA.
• Perks that go further - make the most of your income with salary packaging options, including novated leasing.
• Development to support your future - grow your skills and advance your career with access to ongoing learning and development opportunities tailored to support your professional journey.
• Support when it matters - our Employee Assistance Program provides free, confidential counselling to help you navigate life's challenges and support your wellbeing.
• Connect and belong - be part of our active social club and enjoy opportunities to build relationships and connect with colleagues across the organisation.

Who we are and the community we serve

The City of Logan is young, diverse, and growing fast - and we are growing with it. Home to more than 400,000 residents from over 230 cultures, it is a place where community spirit thrives and every voice matters.

As one of the largest and most diverse councils in Queensland, we are home to big picture thinkers, community focused leaders and dedicated professionals who care deeply about the community we serve. From delivering essential services and building new infrastructure to supporting local businesses and creating inclusive spaces, we are here to make life better for everyone who calls Logan home.

As a Council employee, you will be part of that mission - helping shape the future of a city where people, places and opportunities can thrive.

For more information, email ************@logan.qld.gov.au