Land Use Investigations Officer

Salary:

42 - 43

/ Hour

Contract Type:

Temporary

Location:

QLD - Brisbane - QLD

Industry:

Professional

Reference:

4020217

Contact Name:

Matthew Mccallum

Contact Email:

mmccallum@publicsectorpeople.com.au

Date Published:

19-Mar-2026

Public Sector People are working with Logan city Council who are seeking an experienced Investigations officer on a temp contract with the opportunity to extend and/or apply for the permanent position within the Team.

The Investigations Officer is responsible for investigating planning law breaches through site inspections, evidence gathering, and stakeholder communication, while preparing reports for management and ensuring compliance with Council safety policies.

The role:

Land Use Investigations Officer
ASAP START | High Profile Council Department
Pay rate of $42.96 per hour + super
Logan Area | On-site parking
Contract until 30th November 2026 + extension + or direct appointment.

What you will be doing:

Investigation of development offences pursuant to the Planning Act 2016
Carry out site inspections and interview alleged offenders and witnesses of offences to gather evidence
Communicate with community members to provide updates and advise of outcomes of investigations.
Draft briefings on compliance investigations to management and Councillors
Must adhere to all Council safety policies and directives

About you:

Highly developed written and oral communication skills including the ability to develop and maintain effective relationships.
Ability to negotiate and apply conflict resolution skills to influence outcomes at all levels.
Proven ability to conduct inspections and investigations on a community level, and produce effective outcomes within the parameters of relevant Legislation and Council policies.
Experience in development compliance or Town Planning is desirable but not essential.
Cert IV in Investigations, WHS or relevant experience
Background in police or enforcement
Available to start as soon as possible

As an approved Government recruitment partner Public Sector People are ideally placed to assist you in your search for your next temporary or permanent opportunity.

If you would like to discuss this role in more detail or discuss other opportunities within Local, State or Federal Government, please contact:

Matthew McCallum
E: mmccallum@publicsectorpeople.com.au
Best of luck!

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