Senior Construction Management Enforcement Officer

City Of Boroondara; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Boroondara is seeking a Senior Construction Management Enforcement Officer to oversee inspections of building sites, occupations of Council land, and enforcement actions to ensure compliance with Local Laws and relevant statutes. The role involves field-based work, occasional after-hours duties, and guiding junior officers.

You will investigate breaches, collect evidence, and support educational and enforcement outcomes while contributing to continuous improvement within the team and

Qualifications

• Experience undertaking investigations, interpreting legislation, collecting evidence and making well-reasoned compliance decisions.
• Ability to communicate clearly and confidently with stakeholders and manage difficult conversations.
• Highly organised with ability to manage competing priorities and work independently in a dynamic service environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily occupation inspections of Concrete pours, Crane occupations, cross checking traffic management plans against the activity, scheduled and proactive inspections of construction sites and related activities to ensure compliance with Council Local Laws, the Road Management Act, the Planning and Environment Act, the Environmental Protection Act and other relevant legislation.
• Investigate complaints, gather evidence, maintain detailed records and apply appropriate enforcement measures to achieve compliance and protect public safety, community amenity and Council assets.
• Contribute to process improvements, maintain accurate information within Council systems and support the delivery of high-quality services across the Construction Management and broader Civic Services teams.

Skills

Construction management

Asset protection

Local laws

Regulatory environment

Communication skills

Organization

Education

Certificate IV in Government Compliance

Diploma in Justice

Experience in Local Law

Job description

Senior Construction Management Enforcement Officer

Senior Construction Management and Enforcement Officer

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We are entering an exciting period of change as our team has grown to take on full construction management enforcement, for the City of Boroondara. An exciting opportunity has come up to help continue delivering first-class regulatory services to the community to protect our assets, protect public safety and support projects to completion as quickly as possible to minimise community disruption.

About the role

Reporting to the Team Leader Construction Management and Enforcement, you will undertake inspections of building and development sites to ensure compliance with relevant legislation, inspect occupations of Council land where a Local Law permit is required, and ensure Construction Management Plans conditions are compliant.

You will investigate breaches, prepare enforcement documentation and support compliance outcomes through education, negotiation and, where required, formal enforcement action. The role also provides guidance and support to less experienced officers and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives across the team.

This is a field-based role that operates across the municipality and includes occasional after-hours and weekend work. There is no hybrid work offered as the success of our team comes from working together and providing support to fellow-officers to meet daily changes in demand and priorities.

About you

You are an experienced compliance professional with sound knowledge of construction management, asset protection, local laws or a related regulatory environment.

You have demonstrated experience undertaking investigations, interpreting legislation, collecting evidence and making well-reasoned compliance decisions. Your ability to communicate clearly and confidently allows you to manage difficult conversations while maintaining a respectful and customer-focused approach.

You are highly organised, able to manage competing priorities and comfortable working independently in a dynamic service environment. You enjoy collaborating with others, sharing your expertise and contributing to positive outcomes for the community.

Key responsibilities

You will conduct daily occupation inspections of Concrete pours, Crane occupations, cross checking traffic management plans against the activity, scheduled and proactive inspections of construction sites and related activities to ensure compliance with Council Local Laws, the Road Management Act, the Planning and Environment Act, the Environmental Protection Act and other relevant legislation.

You will investigate complaints, gather evidence, maintain detailed records and apply appropriate enforcement measures to achieve compliance and protect public safety, community amenity and Council assets.

You will contribute to process improvements, maintain accurate information within Council systems and support the delivery of high-quality services across the Construction Management and broader Civic Services teams.

At the City of Boroondara, we are committed to creating a vibrant and inclusive city that meets the needs and aspirations of our community. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we foster a culture built on collaboration, respect, and innovation. You'll be part of a team that values integrity, empowers others, and inspires possibility. We offer a supportive environment where your contributions make a real difference to the community we serve.

The City of Boroondara provides ongoing professional development opportunities within a collaborative team environment that values employees’ skills, expertise and ideas. A range of leave entitlements supports work-life balance, including annual leave, personal leave, parental leave, days in lieu (DIL) and rostered days off (RDOs).

The organisation also supports continued learning through study leave provisions, enabling employees to undertake approved education and training that enhances their skills and supports career development while maintaining their work commitments.

If you want to know more about the benefits of working for the City of Boroondara, please visit ourCareers Website.

Employment Requirements

Completion of a Certificate IV in Government Compliance, Diploma in Justice or equivalent and/or relevant experience in the relevant field of Local Law highly desirable but is not a mandatory requirement.

Demonstrated experience in reading Traffic Management Plans

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.

Preferred applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical assessment, a National Police Record Check, hold a current Victorian drivers' licence and hold a valid Working with Children Check.

For any further information please refer to the position description, or contact Kate King - Team Leader Construction Management Enforcement during business hours on (03) 9278 4*** for a confidential discussion.