Compliance Officer
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Job Summary
Compliance Officer
- Permanent part-time role (0.8 FTE) working 30.4 hours negotiable across 4-5 days per week.
- Salary Classification MOA5
- Salary Range $102345.97 - $106777.07 (pro rata) 12% superannuation
- Working within a highly supportive engaged and professional team
About us
The City of Unley is a vibrant and dynamic council that provides a range of valued and diverse services to the surrounding community. Based on the city fringe less than 4 kilometres from the Adelaide CBD the Council engages with their community across local business initiatives community events arts environmental sustainability community services and volunteering programs.
We are passionate leaders in many fields and believe that what we do makes a positive difference to our community.
About the role
The Compliance Officer role is responsible for providing high level customer focused compliance services and ensuring all development work undertaken within the City of Unley is completed in accordance with relevant development approvals related legislation and community expectations. Working as part of the Planning and Development team the role offers a level of autonomy and self-direction with guidance and support from related development services teams.
The role is primarily focused on investigation and enforcement of alleged breaches of the Planning Development and Infrastructure Act 2016 and Local Nuisance and Litter Control Act 2016. Compliance investigations of the role are varied and includes work addressing minor development concerns to undertaking formal enforcement actions and resolution of complex development breaches.
About you
To succeed in this role you will have:
- Extensive experience in local government regulatory compliance functions relevant to the position and/or relevant tertiary qualifications in the related fields of compliance/law or development.
- Demonstrated experience in engaging with key stakeholders at all levels.
- Experience in undertaking compliance investigations and enforcement processes.
- A sound understanding of the role of Local Government in development service delivery.
A working knowledge of the Planning Development and Infrastructure Act 2016 Local Nuisance and Litter Control Act 2016 Local Government Act 1999 and related legislation policies and procedures.
The Unley Employee Experience
We recognise the need to create a working environment that enables the organisations talent to thrive and provide innovative and outstanding services to our community. We provide a flexible supportive and inclusive environment that encourages professional development. Some of our outstanding conditions of employment and benefits are designed to attract and retain the best people. As a member of our team you will benefit from:
- supportive flexible work environment with work / life balance
- competitive salary and conditions
- ongoing support for your development and further education
- complimentary access to Journey Insurance and Income Protection Fund
- holistic health and wellbeing programs
More information
All enquiries and applications will remain private and confidential. Position specific enquires can be directed to Grant Birss Team Leader Building and Health at or on
Applications must include a Cover Letter and Resume expressing the skills experience and qualities you can bring to this position.
Applications close 10:00pm Sunday 8th February 2026
Pre-employment requirements:
The position is subject to satisfactorily meeting the following employment requirements:
General Employment Probity Check
Pre-employment medical including Drug and Alcohol screening
Everyone Belongs at Unley
As part of our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace this role is open to candidates seeking workplace flexibility. We invite candidates of all ages and culturally diverse backgrounds including people living with a disability and First Nations People to apply.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive barrier free recruitment process and a supportive workplace. Please refer to the Managers contact details above for any support you need along the way.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Key Skills
- Compliance Management
- Risk Management
- Financial Services
- PCI
- Banking
- Cost Accounting Standards
- Quality Systems
- Research Experience
- NIST Standards
- Securities Law
- SOX
- ISO 27000
