Development Compliance Officer: Environmental & Community

Careers at Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 104,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness passport

Employee assistance program

Annual flu shots

Wellbeing programme

Novated lease options

Job summary

The Development Compliance Officer at Sutherland Shire Council monitors compliance with development consents and environmental regulations, handling inquiries and investigations to uphold standards across the Sutherland Shire.

You will engage with the community, enforce legislation, and contribute to policy improvements while maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders and coordinating with legal processes as required.

Qualifications

• Experience in development control, building surveying, or town planning.
• Experience in regulatory compliance functions.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Excellent customer service and conflict resolution abilities.

Responsibilities

• Receive and investigate complaints related to development and environmental 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 education.

Skills

Development Control

Building Surveying

Town Planning

Statutory Investigation/Enforcement

Regulatory compliance

Interpersonal Skills

Customer Service

Education

Related discipline qualifications or substantial experience

Job description

The Development Compliance Officer at Sutherland Shire Council monitors compliance with development consents and environmental regulations, handling inquiries and investigations to uphold standards across the Sutherland Shire.

You will engage with the community, enforce legislation, and contribute to policy improvements while maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders and coordinating with legal processes as required.