- Competitive annual salary commencing at $120,225, plus up to 14% superannuation
- Great range of additional benefits, including health & wellness programs, salary sacrifice options, salary packaging arrangements and a fortnightly RDO.
About the Region
Gympie is at the heart of a rapidly expanding region which stretches from rural valleys in our western reaches to the Cooloola Coast. Bordering Noosa and Fraser Coast Local Government areas, we are uniquely positioned to grow whilst still retaining our country charm. Our borders with North and South Burnett, and the Somerset Local Government areas link with our rural lifestyle, where you can enjoy our picturesque smaller townships, or our abundant local history. Our local festivals such as the Gympie Music Muster are renowned both nationally and internationally.
For someone seeking a high quality of life, with pristine natural areas and spectacular beaches, all within reach of Noosa, the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane, we are offering this unique opportunity.
Coordinator Local Laws
Remuneration: Annual salary commencing at $120,225, plus up to 14% superannuation
Closing Date: Sunday 21st June 2026 at 11.00pm AEST
No late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered. Unsolicited applications from agencies will not be considered.
Role Overview
Gympie Regional Council has an exciting opportunity for a suitably qualified person to join the Compliance Branch. You will strategically coordinate operations in the Local Laws programme with a focus on continuous improvement to provide a high standard of community amenity, safety and customer service.
Provide specialist advice to other areas of Council, and to customers, and conduct investigations into complex and/or sensitive matters effecting Council. Prepare and present evidence for use in legal proceedings and provide recommendations and advice on enforcement matters. This includes, but is not limited to mentoring others, and leading investigations. It may also include the appropriate taking of evidence, delivering briefs of evidence, production of Show Cause and Enforcement notices, conducting interviews and preparing and presenting evidence in court.
This Coordinator position contributes to the development of programs designed to reduce the risks associated with the discharge of Council’s regulatory obligations.
Essential Knowledge & Skills:
- Formal qualification in law enforcement or statutory compliance (or equivalent field) and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a regulatory services environment.
- Demonstrated ability in leadership and management of work teams including the ability to build productive working relationships through effective communication techniques.
- Proven ability to implement and foster a continuous improvement and customer service culture within teams.
- Comprehensive knowledge of, and experience in, leading investigations into breaches of legislation.
- A detailed understanding of obtaining evidence, interviewing suspects/witnesses and preparing briefs of evidence for court and the ability to provide timely and accurate advice to Legal Practitioners.
- A comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation, with proven ability to interpret statutes, policies, regulations and guidelines relating to local government licensing and regulatory compliance in Queensland.
- High level analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills with the proven ability to solve complex problems, negotiate outcomes and effectively manage protracted issues with a customer centric focus.
- The proven ability to provide authoritative written and verbal advice to management, supervisors and subordinate staff.
- Demonstrated experience in appearing in court and presenting evidence in a professional manner.
- Queensland ‘C’ Class driver’s licence that is current and maintained.
Key Responsibilities of the Role:
- Effectively lead and manage a team of local laws professionals and provide mentoring, coaching and continuous learning on relevant enforcement and investigation matters.
- Develop and implement appropriate methodology and apply proven techniques in the delivery and coordination of investigations services to Councils’ customers, including those of a protracted and/or complex and/or sensitive nature.
- Lead and contribute to effective delivery and review of investigations.
- Lead and contribute to investigations and enforcement projects as directed for other internal stakeholders.
- Lead and role model customer focused behaviors by treating all internal and external customers with honesty, fairness, sensitivity and dignity and planning for customer implications before reacting.
- Contribute to the delivery of the endorsed objectives and targets for the section as outlined in the Corporate Plan and Operational Plan.
- Provide quality and timely delivery of reports including briefing notes and investigation reports.
- Develop, implement and review policy, procedure and business improvement strategies in accordance with legislative requirements, and assess ongoing operations to determine effectiveness.
- Liaise with stakeholders and colleagues regarding legal advice and preparation of relevant documents, while being able to work autonomously.
- Prepare budget submissions for the branch for review by senior officers and Council.
Who to Contact
For information regarding the requirements of this role, please contact Council's Manager Compliance, Dan Rogers on 07-5481 0446 or email [email protected]
For assistance lodging your application using Council's online system, please contact Council's Officer Recruitment, Sue Rossi on 07-5481 0971 or email [email protected]
What we offer?
- Nine day fortnight
- Access to employee health and well-being programs
- Fitness Passport: work out at over 25 local gyms for you and your family at a subsidised rate
- Long service leave after seven years
- Generous superannuation scheme of up to 14 per cent
- Access to salary sacrificing and salary packaging arrangements
- Employee assistance program offering free confidential counselling services for employees and their families.
Our Values
- Accountability
- Communication
- Customer Service Focused
- Integrity
- Teamwork and Collaboration
You will be assessed on your understanding of these values and how you have applied values such as these in your previous employment.
Our Process
Successful applicants will be required to undertake various checks such as skills, qualifications, reference, medical and national police.
Keen to apply? - Simply follow the instructions below:
1) Download and review the above
2) Complete the information below as requested using your personal email.
3) Click 'APPLY'
4) Attach your resume, covering letter and a single document containing copies of your qualifications, licences or tickets as applicable.
5) Click 'NEXT' and 'CONFIRM'
Please note before continuing: It is advisable that you prepare your responses in a separate word or text document, saving your work as you go and that you then copy and paste this prepared information in the form before completing the application process. Please keep your responses to a maximum 300 words for each question.
Applications close on Sunday 21st June 2026 at 11.00pm AEST. No late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered.
Gympie Regional Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our people represent the community which we service. We invite all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations People, and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds.
