Local Laws Compliance & Education Officer

Osborne and Richardson; Noosa Shire; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Osborne Richardson is assisting Noosa Shire Council in its search for a Local Laws Officer to join its Local Laws and Environmental Health team on a contract basis — an experienced authorised officer who believes education and self-regulation are the best path to compliance.

You’ll provide customer-focused enforcement of Council's Local Laws, policies and relevant State legislation, helping protect Noosa's health, safety and lifestyle across its beaches, parks, reserves and communities.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV or equivalent regulatory experience, with investigations focus.
• Well-developed knowledge of Local Laws, policies and State legislation.
• Proven ability to conduct complex investigations and prepare briefs of evidence.
• Experience obtaining witness statements, interviewing, and presenting evidence in court.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations and resolve complaints to achieve compliance.
• Gather evidence, prepare briefs for prosecution, and represent Council in proceedings.
• Patrol beaches, parks, reserves, roads and other Council-controlled areas, taking appropriate compliance actions.
• Deliver community education programs on safety, awareness and responsible pet ownership.
• Apply Council's impound procedures in line with Local Laws and State legislation.
• Maintain accurate, confidential records in case management systems.
• Contribute to proactive inspection programs, including regulated audits and systematic compliance checks.
• Provide operational support to Council's Disaster Management team during emergency events.

Skills

Regulatory investigations

Evidence handling

Interviewing

Statement gathering

Court evidence presentation

Negotiation

Written reporting

Digital case management

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Certificate IV in Government Investigations, Compliance and Risk Management

Animal Control and Regulation

Diploma in Government Investigations (desirable)

Job description

Osborne Richardson is assisting Noosa Shire Council in its search for a Local Laws Officer to join its Local Laws and Environmental Health team on a contract basis — an experienced authorised officer who believes education and self-regulation are the best path to compliance.

You’ll provide customer-focused enforcement of Council's Local Laws, policies and relevant State legislation, helping protect Noosa's health, safety and lifestyle across its beaches, parks, reserves and communities.