Senior Development Compliance Officer (10415)

Central Highlands Region

Emerald

On-site

AUD 126,000 - 144,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Generous superannuation

5 weeks annual leave

17.5% leave loading

Fortnightly RDOs

Annual uniform allocation

Salary sacrifice options

Wages paid fortnightly

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Central Highlands Regional Council is seeking an experienced Senior Development Compliance Officer to join our Emerald team. You will lead investigations, assessments, inspections and compliance activities while building your expertise across a diverse range of matters in a supportive local government environment.

This permanent, full-time role offers a clear path to growth within a small but mighty team, with a comprehensive benefits package and a focus on delivering exceptional service to the

Qualifications

Degree qualification in Building, Compliance, Urban and Regional Planning or relevant discipline.
Pool Safety certificate or ability to obtain.
General Construction Induction Card or ability to obtain prior to commencement.

Responsibilities

Lead investigations, assessments, inspections and compliance activities.
Develop and monitor compliance programs and guidance for relevant laws.
Provide high-level customer service and support to the community.

Skills

Enforcement experience

Investigation skills

Policy development

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Building/Compliance/Planning degree

Tools

Drivers licence (C class)

Pool Safety certificate

General Construction Induction Card

Job description

10415 Senior Development Compliance Officer Work Type: Permanent Full Time Location: Emerald Directorate: Communities Remuneration : Stream A, Level 6 -7: $126,329 - $144,043 inclusive of superannuation & locality allowance Ready to grow your compliance career? Central Highlands Regional Council is seeking an experienced Senior Development Compliance Officer to join our Emerald team. Working closely with the Coordinator Development & Planning, you'll lead investigations, assessments, inspections, and compliance activities while building your expertise across a diverse range of matters. This is an excellent opportunity to expand your skills, take on greater responsibility, and make a meaningful impact within a supportive local government environment. If you are a solution focused individual who thrives in a small but mighty team and committed to providing exceptional customer service to the Central Highlands region, we would like to hear from you!

To be considered for this opportunity, you will need to possess:

Mandatory:

Minimum of Queensland C class provisional drivers licence.
Degree qualification in Building, Compliance, Urban and Regional Planning or relevant discipline.
Pool Safety certificate (or ability to obtain)
General Construction Induction Carrd (or ability to obtain prior to commencement)

Level 6 Mandatory:

Demonstrated experience in the enforcement of the provisions of the planning scheme, and relevant planning, plumbing and building legislation.
Significant experience in the coordination and investigation of compliance matters on behalf of a local government.
Demonstrated experience in the preparation of documentation, and capacity to act as a witness as necessary for enforcement action in the relevant courts.
Demonstrated experience in the preparation of reports and work logs, including documentation that may be required for legal proceedings.
Demonstrated experience to conduct investigations and inspections as required.
High-level experience in the development, implementation, review and monitoring of policies, practices and guidelines to achieve corporate goals.
Experience with the identification, preparation, implementation and monitoring of unit goals and objectives and developing strategies to ensure goals and objectives are achieved.
Management of service delivery to ensure a customer service-focused culture that is committed to Council's values and priorities.
Demonstrated, high-level time management capabilities whilst handling multiple competing priorities that are sensitive in nature.

Desirable:

3-5 years' experience in similar compliance role with preference for a local government compliance role.

Level 7 (in addition to the requirements identified above for a level 6): Mandatory:

Minimum 7 years' experience in similar compliance role with preference for local or state government compliance role.
Extensive experience in the enforcement of the provisions of the planning scheme, relevant planning, plumbing and building legislation and understanding of council's policies and procedures.
Extensive experience with the identification, preparation, implementation and monitoring of unit goals and objectives and developing strategies and compliance programs to ensure goals and objectives are achieved.
Demonstrated experience in operating in politically sensitive environments.
Expertise in negotiating positive outcomes with high level customers.
Demonstrated experience in effectively leading and managing teams.

Working for Central Highlands Regional Council has its benefits. We are a progressive region, committed in creating opportunities for all. We welcome forward thinking individuals who are focused on continuous improvement, a sustainable future and understand the valuable role we play in investing in our regional community.

Benefits Include:

A generous superannuation scheme
5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
Fortnightly RDO's
Annual uniform allocation
Payroll deductions and salary sa crifice options
Wages paid fortnightly
Employee Assistance Program

Applicants who are progressed to the next stage of the recruitment process will be invited to participate in a shortlisting process.

Eligibility & Pre-employment Checks

To be appointed to a permanent position, you must be an Australian citizen, or have permanent residency status, or hold a visa permitting you to work in Australia permanently. If you have a visa permitting you to work temporarily in Australia, you may be appointed to a position on a temporary basis, providing the work complies with the conditions of your visa.

T he pre-employment checks relevant to this position include: