Compliance Officer

Greater-Shepparton-City-Council; Greater Shepparton; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Greater Shepparton City Council invites applications for a Compliance Officer within the Building, Planning and Compliance Department. The role focuses on administering and enforcing the planning scheme, Building Act provisions, and local laws to ensure permits compliance.

The position is full time, temporary to 29 January 2027, with a starting salary of $80,385.24 per annum. A six month qualifying period applies, and applications close on 13 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Planning, Building Law or Local Government and/or related experience in a compliance or enforcement role.
• Demonstrated understanding of relevant Acts, Regulations and Local Laws including the Building Act 1993, Building Regulation 2018, Planning and Environment Act 1987, Local Government Act 2020 and Greater Shepparton Local Law No 1 – Community Living 2018.
• High level customer service, communication and interpersonal skills and ability to facilitate effective outcomes with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to undertake enforcement activities including legal proceedings VCAT and Magistrates Court.

Responsibilities

• Effectively and efficiently administering, investigating and enforcing the provisions of the Greater Shepparton Planning Scheme, the Building Act 1993, the Building Regulation 2018, the Planning and Environment Act 1987, the Local Government Act 1989, Greater Shepparton Local Law No 1 - Community Living 2018 and related Acts and Regulations and ensure compliance with building, planning and local law permits.

Skills

Compliance knowledge

Investigation skills

Communication

Education

Tertiary qualification in Planning/Building Law/Local Government

Job description

Greater Shepparton City Council, situated in the heart of the Goulburn Valley, is the fifth largest provincial centre in Victoria and has a well-developed economy due to its strong agricultural and irrigation base, with major industries related to food processing, manufacturing, transport and health care. The Goulburn Valley is often referred to as 'The Food Bowl of Australia' as around 25% of the total value of Victoria's agricultural production is generated in this area.

Greater Shepparton has a population of approximately 69,000 and is culturally rich with 17.4% of residents being born overseas. The area has excellent education, recreation, cultural, social and health facilities and tourism is a developing focus for the region.

Compliance Officer

Salary:$80,385.24 per annum
Closing: Friday 13 November 2026
Full time - Temporary (To 29 January 2027)

An exceptional temporary opportunity exists to join the Building, Planning and Compliance Department as a Compliance Officer. Working closely with the community, and Councils Building, Planning and Local Laws Compliance officers and primarily responsible for:

Effectively and efficiently administering, investigating and enforcing the provisions of the Greater Shepparton Planning Scheme, the Building Act 1993, the Building Regulation 2018, the Planning and Environment Act 1987, the Local Government Act 1989, Greater Shepparton Local Law No 1 - Community Living 2018 and related Acts and Regulations and ensure compliance with building, planning and local law permits.

To be successful within the Building, Planning and Compliance Department, you will have:

Tertiary qualification in Planning, Building Law or Local Government and/or related experience in a compliance or enforcement role.

Demonstrated understanding of relevant Acts, Regulations and Local Laws including the Building Act 1993, Building Regulation 2018, Planning and Environment Act 1987, Local Government Act 2020 and Greater Shepparton Local Law No 1 – Community Living 2018.

High level customer service, communication and interpersonal skills and ability to facilitate effective outcomes with internal and external stakeholders.

Demonstrated ability to undertake enforcement activities including legal proceedings VCAT and Magistrates Court.

Effective time management skills and ability to manage work load despite competing priorities.

For further information about this position, please contact Patricia Garraway, Team Leader - Support and Compliance, on 5832 9800.

Note: This position is subject to a 6 month qualifying period in accordance with the Fair Work Australia minimum employment period. During the qualifying period employees will be provided with appropriate on-going induction, support, assistance, resources and training to enable them to meet the required performance standards for the position.

We strongly encourage job applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, LGBTIQA+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. If selected for an interview and you require any additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise the contact listed above in advance.

Greater Shepparton City Council is committed to being a child safe organisation and has zero tolerance for child abuse. Greater Shepparton City Council is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation where protecting children and preventing and responding to child abuse is at the centre of our everyday thinking and service delivery.

Please note that applications which do not specifically address the Key Selection Criteria detailed in the position description will not be considered.