Development Compliance Officer

The Hills Shire Council; The Hills Shire Council; Hybrid; AUD 84,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary AUD 93K p.a.

Car allowance

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

The Hills Shire Council is seeking a Development Compliance Officer to join a collaborative team that values technical expertise, problem solving and community safety. You will investigate complex compliance matters, provide expert advice and support continuous improvement across development and building compliance activities.

You will hold a current Class C licence, White Card and qualifications in Building Surveying or related field, with 1–2 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Current Class C Drivers Licence.
• White Card - General Construction Induction.
• Development Compliance Officer, 1-2 years working knowledge and experience of relevant Acts, Legislation, Regulations and Standards.
• Diploma/Degree qualifications in Building Surveying, Planning, Compliance or similar field or equivalent industry experience in an enforcement role.

Responsibilities

• Carry out inspections, issue orders and penalty infringement notices.
• Enforce legislation requirements and regulations whilst abiding by relevant Acts.
• Investigate complaints, defects incidents and offences.
• Monitor development, building and subdivision sites.
• Prepare statement of basic facts, contentions, briefs of evidence and affidavits as well as appear in court.
• Assess and determine Building Information Certificates.

Skills

Inspection

Investigation

Regulatory enforcement

Court appearances

Compliance monitoring

Education

Diploma/Degree in Building Surveying/Planning/Compliance

Job description

Join a collaborative team where your technical expertise, problem-solving skills and commitment to community will be valued and supported. You will also help shape a safe, compliant and sustainable community by delivering regulatory and enforcement services that make a real difference. As a Development Compliance Officer, you'll investigate complex compliance matters, provide expert advice, and support continuous improvement across development and building compliance activities.

Working with us:

At The Hills Shire Council, we live our values of Honesty, Integrity, Loyalty, Leadership and Safety through the work that we perform for the Community. We are committed to an inclusive, diverse and supportive workplace culture where our people and customers feel respected and valued. Council also prides itself on being a Child Safe Organisation that is committed to promoting the health, safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people in our community.

What you will be doing:

• Carry out inspections, issue orders and penalty infringement notices
• Enforce legislation requirements and regulations whilst abiding by relevant Acts
• Investigate complaints, defects incidents and offences
• Monitor development, building and subdivision sites
• Prepare statement of basic facts, contentions, briefs of evidence and affidavits as well as appear in court.
• Assess and determine Building Information Certificates

What are we seeking in our new team member:

• Current Class C Drivers Licence
• White Card - General Construction Induction
• Development Compliance Officer, 1-2 years working knowledge and experience of relevant Acts, Legislation, Regulations and Standards
• Diploma/Degree qualifications in Building Surveying, Planning, Compliance or similar field or equivalent industry experience in an enforcement role

Benefits of working with us:

A salary of $93K Development Compliance Officer per annum (plus Superannuation), with either Leaseback OR Car Allowance $15,191.80 per annum, paid weekly. Opportunities for training to keep your skills up to date. An opportunity for bonus payments and to participate in wellbeing initiatives and benefits available to staff through our EBA and other programs.

People with disabilities, who meet the selection criteria, are encouraged to apply. If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made or if you need any other assistance with submitting your application, please feel free to contact the HR team at **@thehills.nsw.gov.au

Please note that recruitment and offers of employment is subject to pre-employment checks including: Psychometric Testing, Reference Checks, Identity Check, Medical checks (including Drug and Alcohol Screening), Working With Children (where applicable), and Criminal History. We assess applications on merit and suitability related to the inherent requirements of the position. Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.