The Senior Compliance Officer plays a crucial role in assisting the Regulation and Compliance Manager to promote, maintain, and enforce regulatory standards within the Local Government area. This position involves monitoring compliance with development consents, investigating illegal development activities, and ensuring adherence to various legislative requirements.
The successful candidate will thrive in a team environment while also demonstrating strong independence in their work. A commitment to continuous improvement and a proactive approach to problem-solving will be essential for this role.
Responsibilities and Duties:
The Senior Compliance Officer will undertake a variety of responsibilities, including:
- Investigating and reporting on activities that contravene the EP&A Act, POEO Act, LG Act, and other relevant legislation.
- Monitoring existing land uses and development activities for compliance.
- Providing compliance advice and education to the public and stakeholders.
- Preparing and presenting evidence in Local and/or Land and Environment Courts.
- Conducting inspections related to skin penetration premises and onsite sewage management.
- Delivering exceptional customer service and responding to community inquiries and complaints professionally
- Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to promote compliance and education.
Our Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in regulatory enforcement and compliance, demonstrating a commitment to upholding community standards and values.
- Proven experience in health, building surveying, and planning enforcement.
- Relevant qualifications in Government Statutory Investigation & Enforcement or Local Government Planning.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong ability to prepare detailed reports and present evidence in court.
- Experience in managing multiple projects under tight deadlines.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation including the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979.
- Current NSW Class C Driver's License.
- Must hold a General Induction for Construction Work Certificate (White Card) or ability to obtain prior to employment.
We offer:
Shellharbour City Council offers a high performing and sustainable organisation to deliver outcomes for the community through leadership, collaboration and innovation. We have exciting, rewarding career opportunities and flexible working arrangements to support a healthy work/life balance.
- Temporary full time, 35 hours per week with access to flexi-time & hybrid work options
- Term - 6 October 2026 - 25 January 2027
- Commencing salary range from $1,692.98 - $1,869.19 per week (dependent on qualifications and experience)
- Plus 12% superannuation
- Plus Fully Maintained lease back vehicle or Vehicle Allowance
- Plus benefits including novated leasing, retail discounts, corporate fitness programs, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support & Learning & Development opportunities
- Plus Annual Award Increases & Bi-annual bonus payments & weekly pay run
- Plus a range of local government benefits, including LSL after 5 years, one week 'My Leave', health & wellbeing initiatives as well as generous parental leave entitlements.
Please Note:
- This position requires a National Police History Check clearance
- You will need to complete a Pre-placement Medical Assessment
For further information about the position, click here for the position description.
Contact: Sonia Aquilina, Acting Manager Compliance and Regulations on 0421 216 111
Closing date: Sunday, 13 September 2026 at 11:30pm.
About us:
Shellharbour City, located in the Illawarra region, is just 80 minutes south of Sydney and is home to over 86,000 people in a city that spans 154 square kilometres. It's an area of great natural beauty - stretching west from the picturesque coastline to rolling pastures, set against the majestic backdrop of the Illawarra escarpment.
Our dedication to be financially sustainable in an evolving environment, while striving for a great organisational culture and committing to employing staff who embrace our core values, has made Shellharbour City Council an employer of choice.
We have been recognised with numerous state and national awards in recent times, including eight wins for our First Nations Community the Yirran Muru (many pathways) playspace, as well as being presented as winners in the NSW Landscape Architecture Awards, Regional Achievement Awards, and Parks and Leisure Australia Regional Awards of Excellence.
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