Compliance Investigations Officer

Queensland Government; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensland Government invites applications for a Compliance Investigations Officer based in Brisbane. You will plan and conduct complex investigations into alleged legislative breaches, manage a high-volume caseload, and perform site operations and audits as part of proactive compliance activities.

You will gather and assess evidence, interview witnesses and prepare briefs for court, while interpreting applicable legislation to support sound decisions and recommendations.

Qualifications

• Experience conducting complex investigations into alleged breaches of legislation.
• Strong time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple investigative priorities.
• Excellent research, planning, problem-solving and report-writing capabilities.
• Ability to interpret legislation to guide investigations and decisions.
• High attention to detail when compiling investigation materials and briefs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for briefs and statements.
• Sound judgement when making evidence-based recommendations.
• Certificate IV in Government Investigations (or similar) is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct complex investigations into alleged legislative breaches.
• Manage a high-volume investigative caseload and competing priorities.
• Undertake site operations, audits and proactive compliance activities.
• Gather and assess evidence, conduct interviews and prepare witness statements.
• Prepare briefs of evidence for prosecution in court.
• Interpret legislation and policy to make sound decisions and recommendations.
• Communicate with notifiers, respondents, consumers, contractors and industry stakeholders.
• Travel to job sites as required; role based in Brisbane with flexible remote options.

Skills

Complex investigations

Time management

Research & report writing

Legislation interpretation

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Certificate IV in Government Investigations (or similar)

Job description

About the roleAs a Compliance Investigations Officer, you will:Plan and conduct complex investigations into alleged legislative breaches.Manage a high-volume investigative caseload and competing priorities.Undertake job site operations, site audits and other proactive compliance activities.Gather and assess evidence, conduct interviews and prepare witness statements.Compile clear and accurate briefs of evidence for prosecution in court.Interpret legislation and policy to make sound decisions and recommendations.Communicate with notifiers, respondents, consumers, contractors and industry stakeholders.Travel to job sites will be required as part of the role.This position is based in Brisbane and flexible arrangements can be considered upon application, including working remotely at a regional QBCC office, subject to availability.*Please refer to the Position Description for a full list of the key responsibilities and the suitability requirements required for this role *About youYou are an organised and confident investigator who can work through complex information, identify the key issues and make sound, evidence-based recommendations.To succeed in this role, you will demonstrate:experience conducting complex investigationsstrong time-management skills and the ability to manage competing investigative prioritiesstrong research, planning, problem-solving and report-writing skillssound judgement when making evidence-based decisions and recommendationsthe ability to interpret legislation for investigationsexcellent attention to detail, particularly when preparing investigation material and briefs of evidencehighly developed written, verbal and interpersonal communication skillspossession of a Certificate IV in Government Investigations (or similar) is highly regarded.Why join the QBCC?The QBCC is Queensland's independent building and construction regulator, helping protect the community and support the building industry through fair and transparent regulation.As Queensland prepares for significant growth and major infrastructure opportunities, we're building a high-performing, future-ready workforce that's making a real impact.At the QBCC, you'll be part of a purpose driven organisation where your work matters. You will work with dedicated professionals who value integrity, collaboration and learning. You'll have opportunities to grow while making a real contribution to shaping the QBCC's future and outcomes for our stakeholders.If you're ready to dive into a career defining transformation journey with us, where your impact will help shape what comes next, we'd love to hear from you.How to ApplyIf you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a current resume and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) addressing the suitability requirements detailed in the Position Description.Referee checksIt is recommended you seek approval when nominating a person as a referee. Referees should have a thorough knowledge of your work performance and conduct, and it is preferable to include your current/ immediate past supervisor.By providing the names and contact details of your referee/s you consent for these people to be contacted by the selection panel. If you do not wish the panel to contact your referees without your permission, please make this clear on your resume.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.