Compliance Officer

Are you looking for the right career and lifestyle move?  Do you want to make an impact on the future of the community you live in?  Here's your opportunity to kick a career goal while you enjoy an incredible lifestyle on the beautiful Barrington Coast. 

The role & you 

MidCoast Council is seeking a skilled Compliance Officer to join their Environmental Health and Regulatory Services team. In this role, you will be part of a small dedicated team that investigates and addresses complaints using risk based principles, involving matters that are primarily of high significance, in terms of environmental harm, public health and safety and/or legislative non- compliance, The role involves engaging with stakeholders to seek adherence to statutory requirements, conducting inspections and initiating  legal processes through Notices, Orders, and Directions as necessary. Your expertise in interpreting and applying legislation, coupled with strong analytical skills, will enable you to address complex issues and assist with negotiating outcome based solutions  in an endeavour to resolve a broad range of compliance matters.

This position will require you to maintain accurate records, prepare detailed reports, and represent Council in legal proceedings.

The ideal candidate will hold tertiary qualifications in Environmental Health, Building Surveying, Town Planning, Environmental Science, or possess relevant experience as a Compliance Officer. Demonstrated experience in a compliance role within Local Government and a solid understanding of key legislation, including the Local Government Act, Protection of the Environment Operations Act, and the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, are essential.

If you believe you meet the above requirements, join us in upholding high standards of environmental and regulatory integrity and click apply today!

What we offer?

We are committed to the growth of our employees and have a range of benefits available to support wellbeing and career development. Click here to find out more. 

Salary: Commencing salary circa $91,000 p.a. - $100,000 p.a. plus superannuation.  

A vehicle arrangement will be made with the successful candidate for this role. Council will provide you with a leaseback vehicle for an annual fee calculated as 20% of the gross purchase price. This is a fully maintained vehicle for both business and full private use with no additional expenses in normal use.

Location: This position will be based at our Administration Centre in Yalawanyi Ganya at 2 Biripi Way, Taree. You may also be required to be based from other Council sites across the MidCoast Council region.

Tenure: Permanent, Full Time.

Closing date: Monday 2 December 2024 at 11.30 pm.

Want to know more?

Please review the position description in PDF or Word formats

For questions relating to the position requirements please contact Adam Fardell, Coordinator Compliance, who is the hiring manager for this role. Adam can be reached on (02) 7955 7454 or at adam.fardell@midcoast.nsw.gov.au

For enquiries regarding the application process contact Margot Broadfoot, Talent Acquisition Officer who is the HR representative for this role. Margot can be reached on (02) 7955 7334 or at margot.broadfoot@midcoast.nsw.gov.au.

How to apply: 

• When responding to the questions below, please include detailed and relevant examples of your skills and experience. Using the STAR method can help you prepare clear and concise responses using real-life examples. For more information regarding the STAR method, please click on this link.
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• Attaching a Cover Letter is not a requirement of the application process. However, there is an 'optional field' to attach a Cover Letter, if you wish to do so.
• We will be in touch via email.

Our organisation

At MidCoast Council our people are our most important resource and we believe that we can only reach our full potential when you reach yours. This is the place for those who seek to play a role in the community and have an enthusiasm to learn and grow. Here you can make a real difference.

Our community is our customer and is at the centre of everything we do.  We value, support and empower our people to deliver positive results for our community.

Right now, we are investing heavily in our organisation, and our people. Our Administration Centre is a state-of-the-art facility designed to inspire innovation, creativity and collaboration. The building has been named ‘Yalawanyi Ganya’ which means “sitting/meeting place” in the Gathang language of the indigenous people across the MidCoast Region.

About the MidCoast Region

From lakes and estuaries to white sandy beaches to world heritage mountain wilderness, the MidCoast region offers an attractive lifestyle for everyone. Our community is characterised by its welcoming attitude, growing economy and natural beauty. These are the pillars of the quality of life we value. 

Our commitment

At MidCoast Council we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities. Our aim is to provide all of our staff with an inclusive, safe and healthy working environment. We never discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age or marital, veteran or disability status. If you have a disability and need to request any adjustments to assist with the application process, or to discuss workplace adjustments you may require, please contact the HR representative.

Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.

We’re a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

We respectfully ask that recruitment agencies do not contact us at this stage.