Senior Compliance Officer

Dubbo - Australia

Monthly Salary: $ 138539 - 148283

Posted on: 20 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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 June 2027) full-time (35 hours per week) opportunities
Dubbo Location other locations within Central West in 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 $138539 to $148283 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.

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

The Department of Planning Housing and Infrastructure(DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this we: create vibrant productive spaces and precincts; manage lands assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people communities and entities.

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 Monday 24 November 2025 (11:55PM)

Should you require further information about the role please contact Ben Harrison on email or Mobile

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A talent 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.

Check out ourAboriginal applicants guideto assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathwaysteam for a yarn.

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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 projectsOngoing and temporary (Up to June 2027) full-time (35 hours per wee...