An exciting temporary opportunity is available for an experienced Senior Compliance Officer to join a local government team in Emerald. This role is ideal for someone with strong planning, plumbing and building compliance experience who can confidently manage investigations, enforcement activities and stakeholder engagement within a council environment.
About the Role Reporting to the Coordinator Development and Planning, the Senior Compliance Officer will:
- Manage planning, plumbing and building compliance matters
- Investigate and enforce compliance with planning schemes and relevant legislation
- Prepare reports, correspondence and documentation for legal or regulatory processes
- Coordinate workloads and support service delivery outcomes
- Liaise with internal stakeholders, contractors and the public
- Mentor and supervise team members where required
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the department
Mandatory Requirements To be considered, candidates must have:
- Queensland C Class Driver’s Licence
- General Construction Induction Card (White Card) or ability to obtain before commencement
- Demonstrated or extensive experience in planning, plumbing and building compliance enforcement
- Strong understanding of relevant legislation, council policies and procedures
- Ability to conduct investigations, inspections and prepare detailed reports
- Local Government experience preferred
Desirable Qualifications & Licences Highly regarded:
- Degree qualification in Building, Compliance, Urban & Regional Planning or related discipline
- Pool Safety Certificate (or ability to obtain)
- Certificate IV in Workplace Health & Safety
- QBCC Occupational Plumbing & Drainage Licence
- Membership eligibility with a relevant professional association
If you are someone experienced in the building/ construction compliance space & located in the Emerald region, this is the role for you!
Send your application through to: daniel@publicsectorpeople.com.au today & give me a call to discuss this opportunity in further detail on 0466265446!