Senior Compliance Leader, State Development & Infrastructure

Queensland Government; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensland Government in Townsville is seeking a Principal Compliance Officer to lead compliance, assessment and enforcement activities under the SDPWO Act. The role focuses on coordinating processes across state development areas and contributing to strategic compliance programs.

The position requires strong analytical and negotiation skills, with an ability to engage with government agencies, industry partners and community groups to deliver compliant outcomes.

Qualifications

• Provide high-level advice to senior management and operational project teams on complex technical project and development compliance matters.

Responsibilities

• Lead the coordination of compliance and statutory processes under the SDPWO Act and SSRC Act, including condition auditing and compliance monitoring for development approvals in State development areas under Part 6 of the SDPWO Act.
• Contribute to enforcement actions and investigations under the SDPWO Act, including collection of evidence.
• Develop and implement compliance programs within a portfolio and project management system to support statutory responsibilities, including training opportunities and communication platforms.
• Coordinate and review development assessment and compliance processes to support organisational goals and continuous improvement of services.
• Contribute to complex negotiations and build relationships with government agencies, community groups, infrastructure providers and the private sector.
• Perform research, analysis and interpretation of complex issues relating to land use, infrastructure and major projects and development assessment in State development areas.

Job description

Queensland Government in Townsville is seeking a Principal Compliance Officer to lead compliance, assessment and enforcement activities under the SDPWO Act. The role focuses on coordinating processes across state development areas and contributing to strategic compliance programs.

The position requires strong analytical and negotiation skills, with an ability to engage with government agencies, industry partners and community groups to deliver compliant outcomes.