Lead Compliance Advisor

Tablelands Regional Council; Tolga; On-site; AUD 98,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working Conditions

Employment Security

Diverse Training Opportunities

Career Progression

Equal Remuneration

5 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Tablelands Regional Council is seeking a knowledgeable Lead Compliance Advisor to oversee the compliance functions for water, wastewater and waste infrastructure in Tolga. The role includes supervising staff, setting priorities and delivering specialist regulatory advice to management and Council.

Based in Tolga, the position offers a full-time role with flexible working conditions, long-term security, and a structured career path within local government. Applications close 28 July 2026.

Qualifications

• Regulatory compliance and environmental and drinking water quality management knowledge.
• Dam safety knowledge.
• Supervise compliance and administration staff and set priorities.
• Provide specialist advice to management and Council on regulatory matters.
• Ability to work with limited direction and autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the compliance functions of water, wastewater and waste infrastructure.
• Supervise compliance and administration staff within the section and monitor workflows.
• Provide specialist regulatory guidance to management and Council.
• Ensure compliance with Environmental Authority conditions and statutory approvals.

Job description

Our Tolga team is looking for a knowledgeable & motivated individual to join our Water & Waste team as a full-time Lead Compliance Advisor until Friday 5 November 2027.

This position is required to effectively oversee and manage the Compliance functions of Council operations relating to water, wastewater and waste infrastructure within the conditions imposed by the Environmental Authority and statutory approvals issued by the relevant State Government agencies and supervise compliance and administration staff in the section.

The position exercises a degree of autonomy and works under limited direction. The role requires supervision of and setting outcomes for water and waste staff, establishing priorities and monitoring workflows in areas of responsibility. This position provides specialist advice to management and Council on matters of regulatory compliance, environmental and drinking water quality management as well as dam safety.

About Tablelands Regional Council (TRC)

TRC is a forward-thinking, progressive, and inclusive organisation, delivering a range of services and programs for our community. We have a highly skilled workforce who provide innovative solutions to problems. We seek and recruit people who are passionate about the region, work well in a team environment, and have the skills and abilities to produce quality outcomes.

The Atherton Tablelands is one of the most exciting places in North Queensland to live and work. Located within a 90-minute drive from Cairns, our enviable lifestyle, vibrant landscapes, untouched rainforests, dramatic mountains, and stunning lakes & waterfalls make the Tablelands region extremely attractive for your new career

Tablelands Regional Council offers:

• Flexible Working Conditions - we encourage a healthy work-life balance.
• Employment Security - we offer long-term employment opportunities.
• Diverse Training Opportunities - we support staff in their roles.
• Career Progression – we provide opportunities to continually grow and build a career in local government.
• Equal Remuneration – we offer equal employment opportunities.

Applications Close 5pm, Tuesday 28 July 2026

• Base salary package from $108,559.29 per annum ($4,175.36 per fortnight)
• Locality allowances (if eligible)
• Attractive work/life balance - 72.5 hours per fortnight
• Flexible working arrangements with RDO incentive
• 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Access to pro-rata long service leave after 7 years' of service
• Uniforms & personal protective equipment supplied
• Hearing checks, flu shots & skin checks (subject to availability)
• Discounted health insurance available

Position Description

For further details about the role download the Position Description.

Employment with TRC

For further information about conditions of employment, working at TRC, and living and Working on the Tablelands go to TRC Careers.

Position Queries

For more information about the role please contact Charles Dyer Manager Water & Waste during office hours - 0437 385 ***.

Technical Issues Contact

For application enquiries, please contact Human Resources during office hours - 07 4089 2***.

We encourage applicants from all backgrounds including First Nations People, people from different cultural backgrounds and people with disabilities.