Senior Compliance Officer - Planning Compliance
Senior Compliance Officer - Planning Compliance
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Job Description
Together we shape thriving communities public spaces places and economies.
- Play a vital role in ensuring best-practice environmental management and regulatory compliance across state significant infrastructure and development projects
- Ongoing and temporary (Up to two years) full-time (35 hours per week) opportunities
- Creation of a Talent Pool for future Ongoing and Temporary roles
- Parramatta preferred other locations within NSW may be considered with flexible working supported as per the Departments Flexible Working Policy
- Planning Officer (Professional) Level 2 -Salary relative to experience and ranges from $134504 to $143964 super
Whats in it for me
Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements diverse and fulfilling assignments and prioritise work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. Additionally we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome respected and empowered to succeed.
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.
The role
As a Senior Compliance Officer youll have the opportunity to work on State Significant Projects across NSW directly contributing to regulatory oversight and environmental governance within the Department of Planning Housing & Infrastructure (NSW Planning). In this dynamic role youll engage with complex compliance matters ensuring best practices are followed while collaborating with key stakeholders to achieve optimal project outcomes.
Youll be part of a high-performing team where your ability to stay ahead of evolving legislation manage multiple priorities and navigate a fast-paced high-volume environment will be valued. This role offers the chance to make a real impact support sustainable development and grow your expertise in compliance policy and regulatory affairs. If youre looking for a challenging yet rewarding career this position will provide professional development meaningful work and an opportunity to shape New South Wales planning and infrastructure landscape.
For more information read the full Role Description:Senior Compliance Officer
What you will bring to the Role
- Strong investigative skills to conduct high-quality regulatory investigations into alleged breaches across State Significant infrastructure and Development projects including roads rail mines quarries housing and energy developments.
- Attention to detail and technical expertise to undertake inspections of complex projects ensuring compliance with approval conditions and enforcing regulatory action when necessary.
- Analytical and reporting abilities to review monitoring reports and other compliance documentation submitted by proponents in accordance with consent conditions.
- Stakeholder engagement skills to collaborate effectively with government agencies industry proponents environmental groups and the community fostering positive compliance outcomes.
- Problem-solving and responsiveness to address complaints related to State Significant projects providing clear and effective resolutions while upholding regulatory standards.
- Your ability to navigate high-profile projects enforce compliance measures and work across diverse sectors will make a tangible impact in ensuring best-practice environmental management and regulatory integrity across NSW.
What is an essential requirement:
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience of relevant environmental and/or planning legislation processes and associated compliance/enforcement/investigations
- Degree in environmental management planning law engineering or other relevant discipline
- Willingness to travel and (minimum) Class C Drivers license
- Cert IV or Diploma in Government Investigations(desirable)
About us
We are an inclusive and accessible workplace where your individual contributions are valued and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups practices flexible working offers job share and workplace adjustments.
Join us
If excited by the information above we look forward to receiving your application including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.
Applications close Sunday 6 July 2025 at 11:55 PM
Should you require further information about the role please contact Rob Sherry Team Leader Compliance via email
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.
Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.
We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent skills and potential. Contact the Talent Team via or (02)- HR Support option 2 DPHI People Advisory option 1 and reference Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number.
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Role DescriptionRequired Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
