Compliance Officer

Council Jobs; Macksville; On-site; AUD 38,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave

Long service leave

Professional development

Discounted memberships

Salary packaging

Employee assistance program

Uniform and PPE

Job summary

Nambucca Valley Council is seeking a practical Compliance Officer to join our Development and Environment Services team. You will investigate complaints, inspect properties and monitor adherence to planning, environmental and land-use legislation in the community.

This hands-on role requires interpreting legislation, clear communication and the ability to manage multiple priorities while protecting our environment and residents. A current Class C licence and relevant qualifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, interpret and apply legislation.
• Strong analytical, administrative and record-keeping skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and mediation abilities.
• Sound judgement and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Customer service focus and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Current Class C driver's licence.
• Experience in local government investigations or development compliance is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Investigate compliance matters including building works, land use, development approvals and environmental concerns.
• Conduct inspections and audits: monitor consent conditions, inspect pools, audit industrial operations.
• Manage enforcement: investigate breaches, prepare reports, issue notices or infringements.
• Engage with community: provide advice, resolve concerns, liaison with residents, businesses, agencies.

Skills

Legislation interpretation

Analytical & record-keeping

Communication, negotiation & mediation

Judgement & prioritisation

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Driver's licence (Class C)

Education

Relevant qualifications in compliance/Regulatory field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Make a difference in the community you serve.

Do you have an eye for detail, a sound understanding of legislation and the confidence to navigate challenging conversations?

Nambucca Valley Council is looking for a practical, confident and solutions-focused Compliance Officer to join our Development and Environment Services team.

This is a hands‑on role where you'll be out in the community investigating complaints, inspecting properties and ensuring development, land use and environmental activities comply with relevant legislation.

What will you be doing?

You'll play an important role in protecting our community and environment by:

• Investigating compliance matters - Responding to complaints relating to building works, land use, development approvals and environmental concerns.
• Conducting inspections and audits - Monitoring development consent conditions, inspecting swimming pools and auditing industrial operations.
• Managing enforcement matters - Investigating breaches, preparing reports and issuing notices, orders or infringements where required.
• Working with the community - Providing advice, resolving concerns and liaising with residents, businesses and government agencies.

Who are we looking for?

You might already be working in local government compliance, regulatory services, environmental health, building or planning. Alternatively, you may bring transferable experience in investigations, regulatory administration or a similar field.

What's important is your ability to interpret legislation, assess situations objectively and communicate confidently, even when conversations aren't straightforward.

To be successful, you'll bring:

• The ability to read, interpret and apply legislation
• Strong analytical, administrative and record-keeping skills
• Excellent communication, negotiation and mediation skills
• Sound judgement, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities
• Strong customer service and Microsoft Office skills
• A current Class C driver's licence

Experience in local government investigations, enforcement or development compliance, along with relevant qualifications, would be highly regarded.

Why join Nambucca Valley Council?

• $829 - $960 per week + super, depending on skills and experience
• Generous leave entitlements, including long service leave after five years
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Discounted fitness and pool memberships
• Salary packaging options, including remote area benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Corporate wardrobe and PPE
• A supportive, collaborative team environment

And of course, there's the lifestyle! Located on the beautiful NSW Mid North Coast, just 30 minutes from Coffs Harbour, the Nambucca Valley offers stunning beaches, waterways and hinterland.

Interested? We'd love to hear from you.

For further information, contact Daniel Walsh, Director Development and Environment Services, on 0428 716 ***.

Part Time - 3 Days Per Week

• $34,198 - $39,594 per annum
• 9.5% superannuation plus your choice of fund
• Uniform and PPE supplied
• Relocation assistance
• Long service leave after five years service

Situated on the mid north coast of NSW, just a short drive from Coffs Harbour, and extending from Scotts Head to Valla Beach, the Nambucca Valley boasts an idyllic natural environment with stunning beaches, pristine waterways and tranquil rainforests.

Here you can have it all - the lifestyle you've always dreamed of, house prices within your reach and major health, education and transport facilities at your doorstep.

Nambucca Shire Council is dedicated to protecting the region's environment, sustainability and employment through effective leadership and strategic direction.

In this role, you will be responsible for monitoring and enforcing legislative compliance, particularly in relation to planning, environmental matters, swimming pools and companion animals.

Nambucca Valley Council is committed to employment equity and diversity and welcomes applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, including veterans and ex-service personnel.

For further information contact: Daniel Walsh, Manager Development on 02 6568 0***.