Development Compliance Officer

Ivory Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 83,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Public transport access

On-site training provided

Contract extension possible

Job summary

Local Council Sydney Lower North Shore is seeking a Development Compliance Officer for a 6-month contract. The role involves investigating compliance matters and taking enforcement actions to protect the community.

You will handle complaints, oversee the swimming pool inspection program, and may appear in court, with emphasis on customer service and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Building Surveying or currently enrolled.
• Strong knowledge of Assessment Act Regulations, Swimming Pool Act and environmental acts.
• Current and valid Driver’s License.
• Council experience preferred but not essential.
• E1 Accredited Swimming Pool Certifier highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out and investigate complaints and inspections related to unauthorised land use, unsafe structures, unauthorised building work and non-compliance with development consent conditions.
• Oversee Council's mandatory Swimming Pool Inspection Program.
• Represent Council in court through preparation and providing evidence.
• Issue Penalty infringement Notices & Orders per relevant legislation including Swimming Pool Act and Environmental Protection Acts.
• Provide strong customer service towards customer needs.

Skills

Driver’s License

E1 Accredited Swimming Pool Certifier

Education

Tertiary Qualifications in Building Surveying or currently enrolled in relevant experience

Job description

• 6 Month Contract with view for extension
• On Site Parking and easy Public Transport access
• Healthy work life balance - 35 hours p/w, Monday - Friday

ABOUT THE COMPANY.

This Local Council based in the Sydney's Lower North Shore is looking for a Development Compliance Officer to add to the team. You will play a crucial role in protecting the safety of the community, by ensuring compliance with building and environmental regulations.

ABOUT THE POSITION.

This is a 6 month contract during which you will actively perform business functions related to investigating and taking appropriate enforcement actions concerning compliance matters.

DUTIES.

• Carry out and investigate complaints and inspections related to unauthorised land use, unsafe structures, unauthorised building work and overall non compliant with conditions of development consent
• Oversee Council's mandatory Swimming Pool Inspection Program
• Represent Council in court through preparation and providing evidence
• Issue Penalty infringement Notices & Orders in accordance with relevant legislation, including Swimming Pool Act, Environmental Planning and Assessment Act & Protection of the Environment Act
• Provide strong customer service towards customer needs

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE.

• Tertiary Qualifications in Building Surveying or currently enrolled in relevant experience
• Strong knowledge of Assessment Act Regulations, Swimming Pool Act, Protection of the Environment Act and associated Regulations
• Current and valid Driver’s License
• Council experience preferred but not essential
• E1 Accredited Swimming Pool Certifier highly desirable

BENEFITS.

• $60 - $70 p/h + Super, negotiable based on experience
• On-site training provided
• Opportunity for extension based on performance
• Expand on your experience within a reputable Council