Development Compliance Officer
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Development Compliance Officer
Regulatory Services
Permanent Full Time
Stream A Level 4 to 5 competency based $83457 to $89909 (fulltime equivalent) superannuation
Hervey Bay
At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together.
What we are looking for:
The Development Compliance Officer position is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a regulatory environment and enjoys a mix of investigation customer service and legal processes. You will ensure compliance with planning building and local laws by conducting investigations preparing legal documents and supporting enforcement actions across the Fraser Coast region.
This role offers the chance to make a significant impact by advising stakeholders resolving conflicts and ensuring legislative compliance. Youll work independently and collaboratively manage multiple priorities and contribute to the ongoing development of the team. Youll be working towards the Councils Traits including Trust Respect Accountability Initiative Teamwork and Service.
If you have strong problemsolving abilities a passion for enforcement and a desire to work in a dynamic and supportive environment this is the role for you.
What your day will look like:
- Enforce legislative Acts Planning Schemes Regulations and policies to ensure compliance within required timeframes.
- Provide advice on legislative matters and compliance issues to stakeholders.
- Conduct independent investigations of alleged breaches obtaining lawful evidence.
- Prepare reports notices and legal documents ensuring compliance with legislative timeframes.
- Prioritise workloads and assess risks to ensure efficient compliance management.
- Recommend legal proceedings and prepare Briefs of Evidence for enforcement actions.
- Execute Warrants and Orders to enter for enforcement tasks.
- Conduct amenity aesthetics and building assessments in accordance with planning schemes.
- Investigate and resolve complaints using tact discretion and professional judgment.
- Liaise with government agencies law firms and prepare legal documents for court when required.
Please click here to view a full position description.
What youll need for success:
- Certificate IV (AQF level 4 or above) in relevant field of study or relevant Trade Qualification (AQF level 3 or above) and relevant experience as detailed in the competency table
Whats nice to have:
- Ability to acquire a Certificate IV (AQF level 4 in Government Investigations (statutory compliance)
- Tertiary qualifications (AQF level 7 or above) in a relevant discipline such as town planning building land management environmental management onsite environmental management government or law.
- Swimming Pool Inspectors Licence.
- Building Surveyor Accreditation.
Benefits of Working with Council
Committed to providing quality services to our community we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture recognising your individual skills knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program Boss to Coach.
We also create innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022 as well as winning the LGMA 2023 Excellence in Innovation award. Click here to see our Employee Value Proposition.
What we Offer:
- Learning and development opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements
- Up to 12 employer super contribution
- 17.5 leave loading
- Study assistance program
- Novated leasing
- 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program
- Paid maternity and paternity leave
- Paid Emergency Services leave
Apply now:
Applications close 11pm on Tuesday 25 March 2025 subject to change pending qualified applications received.
A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and a current resume is required.
For further details please contact Ange Mow Coordinator Development Compliance at .
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
