Compliance Officer

Catholic Education Diocese of Rockhampton; Inverell; On-site; AUD 51,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Inverell Shire Council is seeking a Compliance Officer to support the Environmental Services Division in delivering environmental compliance and management functions for the Inverell community. The role includes field support, animal control duties, litter/pollution investigations, and ongoing vocational training as a Council Ranger and Biosecurity functions.

Remuneration ranges from $1,118.30 to $1,194.12 gross per week, with an on-call allowance up to $225 per week when required.

Qualifications

• NSW Higher School Certificate or equivalent.
• NSW Class C Drivers Licence.
• NSW Firearms Licence (Category A and Category B).
• Demonstrated customer service experience.
• Ability to operate computers and other office equipment.
• Understanding of Work Health and Safety Regulations.
• Willingness to undertake training as Council Ranger and Biosecurity functions.
• Demonstrated ability to resolve matters where competing priorities or conflict exists.
• SafeWork NSW General Construction Induction card ('White Card').
• Certificate IV in Local Government (Regulatory Services).
• Certificate IV in Animal Control & Regulation.
• Certificate IV in Local Government Investigation.
• Understanding of chemical application procedures relating to pesticides and herbicides.
• Demonstrated ability to handle companion animals with confidence.
• SEINS Parking Certificate.
• Accreditation for microchipping companion animals.
• Completion of any training in relation to environmental compliance and management functions.

Responsibilities

• Assist administrative/ technical staff with field enquiries.
• Rural Addressing post location and erection.
• MGB deliveries and investigation regarding damage complaints.
• Arrange minor building maintenance.
• Companion animal complaints and impounding.
• Assist in euthanasia and micro chipping of animals.
• Nuisance complaint investigation (overgrown vegetation, barking dogs, pollution matters, etc).
• Routine environmental monitoring of landfills and other waste facilities.
• Participate in after hours Compliance call out roster.
• Shopping trolley patrols and complaint investigation.
• Successfully undertake required vocational training.
• Littering patrols and investigations.
• General assistance to the Biosecurity Officer including priority weeds inspection and control.
• Assist Parks & Gardens Section and Civil Engineering Branch crews within skill range as required from time to time.
• Car parking patrols and regulate compliance of street activities.
• Development compliance monitoring and advice to Council’s Development Services staff.
• Other duties compatible with the employee's skills competence and training.

Job description

• Are you passionate about Inverell, and want to have a real impact in the community?
• Interested in undertaking training as a Local Government?
• Would you like to work for an organisation with great benefits and a supportive culture?

Inverell Shire Council is looking for someone like you for the role of Compliance Officer. The Compliance Officer has the responsibility of and will assist in, a diverse range of duties within Council’s Environmental Services Division, to ensure the quality of the environment within Inverell Shire. These duties will largely relate to environmental compliance and management functions. The Compliance Officer will be required to complete formal training as a Council Ranger and Biosecurity functions.

About the role

As a key member of the compliance team, the Compliance Officer provides or supports the delivery of a variety of services to the Inverell Community, including but not limited to:

• Assist administrative/ technical staff with field enquiries.
• Rural Addressing post location and erection.
• MGB deliveries and investigation regarding damage complaints.
• Arrange minor building maintenance.
• Companion animal complaints and impounding.
• Assist in euthanasia and micro chipping of animals.
• Nuisance complaint investigation (overgrown vegetation, barking dogs, pollution matters, etc).
• Routine environmental monitoring of landfills and other waste facilities.
• Participate in after hours Compliance call out roster.
• Shopping trolley patrols and complaint investigation.
• Successfully undertake required vocational training.
• Littering patrols and investigations.
• General assistance to the Biosecurity Officer including priority weeds inspection and control.
• Assist Parks & Gardens Section and Civil Engineering Branch crews within skill range as required from time to time.
• Car parking patrols and regulate compliance of street activities.
• Development compliance monitoring and advice to Council’s Development Services staff.
• Other duties compatible with the employee's skills competence and training.

Remuneration shall range from $1,118.30 to $1,194.12 gross per week, and an on-call allowance of up to $225.00 per week shall be payable when required to be on-call.

Why work for Inverell Shire Council?

As one of the largest employers in the Inverell area Council provides a variety of opportunities and benefits to staff:

• Enjoy ongoing training and professional development in your field.
• Local government is a rewarding industry where you get to directly serve and work to improving the Inverell community for everyone.
• Council actively promotes a healthy work-life balance with health and wellbeing days, active social club, and a positive and friendly atmosphere among colleagues.

In addition to a collaborative and supportive work environment, staff at Inverell Shire Council enjoy a range of other benefits, including but not limited to:

• Access to flexible working arrangements.
• Salary packaging options, including remote area rental and remote area mortgage packaging and novated leasing!
• Generous leave entitlements, including access to long service leave after only 5 years!

The following selection criteria shall be considered as part of your application:

• NSW Higher School Certificate or equivalent.
• NSW Class C Drivers Licence.
• NSW Firearms Licence (Category A and Category B)
• Demonstrated customer service experience.
• Ability to operate computers and other office equipment.
• Understanding of Work Health and Safety Regulations.
• Willingness to undertake training as Council Ranger and Biosecurity functions.
• Demonstrated ability to resolve matters where competing priorities or conflict exists.
• SafeWork NSW General Construction Induction card ('White Card').
• Certificate IV in Local Government (Regulatory Services)
• Certificate IV in Animal Control & Regulation
• Certificate IV in Local Government Investigation
• Understanding of chemical application procedures relating to pesticides and herbicides.
• Demonstrated ability to handle companion animals with confidence.
• SEINS Parking Certificate.
• Accreditation for microchipping companion animals.
• Completion of any training in relation to environmental compliance and management functions.

Employment will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Local Government (State) Award 2026. The classification for the position is Operational Band 1, Level 3, Grade 4. Salary will be in accordance with qualifications and experience, and will be in a range from $1,118.30 to $1,194.12 gross per week, and an on-call allowance of up to $225.00 per week shall be payable when required to be on-call.

Do you have any questions about the role, about working for Council, or anything else? Please contact Council's Manager Environmental Health, Howard Mardsen, on [phone], or Council's Workforce Services team on [phone] and we will answer any questions.

About Us

Inverell Shire is a thriving regional centre in the Northern Tablelands of New South Wales. Formed in July 1979, the shire comprises an area of 9,430km2 with a population of 17,836. The township of Inverell is a major service centre and has a population of 12,000. Inverell is serviced by an air service to both Sydney and Brisbane and is a commercial hub to an estimated 60,000 people.

About Us

Inverell Shire is a thriving regional centre in the Northern Tablelands of New South Wales. Formed in July 1979, the shire comprises an area of 9,430km2 with a population of 17,836. The township of Inverell is a major service centre and has a population of 12,000. Inverell is serviced by an air service to both Sydney and Brisbane and is a commercial hub to an estimated 60,000 people.

Council’s Total Annual Expenditure - $40 million

Total Employees - 215

New South Wales Department of Planning and Environment forecasts Inverell LGA to grow by 12.2 per cent by 2031.