Development Compliance Officer

Sutherland Shire Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 104,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Fitness passport

Employee assistance program

Annual flu shots

Novated lease options

19 day month

Job summary

Sutherland Shire Council is seeking a Development Compliance Officer to monitor development consents and investigate breaches across the Sutherland Shire. The role focuses on providing accurate guidance, handling inquiries, and upholding environmental and planning standards.

You will manage complaints, conduct inspections, enforce legislation, and support legal actions while contributing to policy improvements and community education initiatives.

Qualifications

• Qualifications in a related discipline or substantial experience in Development Control, Building Surveying, Town Planning, or Statutory Investigation/Enforcement.
• Proven track record in compliance and regulatory functions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to foster positive relationships with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Receive and investigate complaints about development and breaches.
• Monitor development activities to ensure compliance.
• Enforce relevant legislation and issue notices and orders.
• Conduct inspections and support legal proceedings.
• Contribute to policy improvements and stakeholder reporting and education.

Skills

Development control

Building surveying

Town planning

Regulatory compliance

Customer service

Stakeholder relations

Education

Related discipline qualifications or substantial experience in Development Control/Building Surveying/Town Planning

Job description

Help Development Work for Everyone

• Be an integral part of ensuring compliance with development consents and environmental regulations.
• Engage with the community through effective customer service and relationship management.
• Utilise your expertise in compliance investigations and regulatory functions.
• Join a dynamic team dedicated to fostering sustainable development in the Sutherland Shire.

About Us

Sutherland Shire Council is committed to enhancing the quality of life for residents through effective governance and community engagement. We are dedicated to sustainable growth and environmental stewardship within our local government area.

Our team values collaboration, inclusion, and continuous improvement, making it a great place for professionals to develop their careers while serving the community.

About The Role

The Development Compliance Officer plays a crucial role in monitoring compliance with development consents and investigating breaches of legislation under the Local Government Authority. This position is tasked with managing customer inquiries, providing advice, and addressing urgent compliance matters to ensure effective development and environmental standards are upheld across the Sutherland Shire.

Core responsibilities include receiving and investigating complaints, monitoring development activities, enforcing relevant legislation, issuing notices and orders, conducting inspections, and supporting legal proceedings. The officer will also contribute to policy improvements and maintain communication with stakeholders through reporting and education initiatives.

Who We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will possess a blend of relevant qualifications and practical experience in development control, building surveying, or town planning. Experience in regulatory compliance functions and a strong understanding of pertinent legislation, including the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, is necessary.

• Qualifications in a related discipline or substantial experience in Development Control, Building Surveying, Town Planning, or Statutory Investigation/Enforcement.
• Proven track record in compliance and regulatory functions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to foster positive relationships with stakeholders.
• Strong customer service and conflict resolution abilities.

Additionally, candidates should demonstrate effective organisational skills, the ability to make informed decisions based on sound professional judgement, and familiarity with legal processes related to compliance functions.

Join our Team and Grow with Us!

• Package: $103,552 - $124,574 gross p.a. plus 12% superannuation. An attraction allowance may also be considered, subject to the candidate's qualifications, experience, and demonstrated skills.
• Hours of work: Working 35 hours per week. You will have the option of a 19 day month with Council's ADO system (Accrued Day Off).
• To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks, and will also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Reach out to Chris Thorn, Regulatory Services Manager [e-mail] for any job specific enquiries.
Alison Wady, Talent Acquisition Business Partner [e-mail] can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.

Council is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the NSW Government’s Child Safe Standards are incorporated in our procedures, practices, programs, and events.

Sutherland Shire Council values the skills and attributes Veterans can bring to our Council. We understand that transitioning to roles outside of Defence can feel challenging. If you're unsure where to begin or would appreciate guidance throughout the application process, please don't hesitate to contact us.