Development Compliance Officer

The City of Joondalup takes pride in being a Local Government that has been internationally recognised for providing outstanding services to the local community. To continue to set the standard in WA Local Government for innovative services and programs, we are seeking highly motivated, enthusiastic employees who will be committed to making a positive contribution to the City and its community.

Development Compliance Officer – Full Time

• Salary: $77,780 - $91,188 per annum
• Plus up to 14.5% superannuation (conditions apply)
• Ref No: 25-020

An exciting opportunity is available for a Development Compliance Officer to join the City of Joondalup Compliance team.

The City’s Compliance Services team is seeking a suitably experienced person to provide advice and information to the public regarding building and planning compliance, undertake building inspections and prepare reports and correspondence in relation to compliance issues. The successful applicant will also advise other Business Units on development compliance control matters.

Your covering letter will need to address the following selection criteria:

• Demonstrated ability to apply, interpret and administer Local Laws, the Local Planning Scheme, the Residential Design Codes, the Building Act 2011, and the Planning and Development Act 2005.
• Demonstrated problem solving, conflict resolution and negotiation skills to effectively liaise and negotiate with internal and external parties.
• Demonstrated written skills, including experience in liaising effectively and courteously with internal and external customers.
• Demonstrated experience in the building industry and/or compliance related field.

Further information can be obtained by calling Simon Brinkley, Coordinator Compliance and Regulatory Performance on 9400 4354.

To apply, please click on the "Apply" button above, and submit your resume and a covering letter online, addressing your knowledge and experience relevant to the role. Applications close at 11.55pm on Monday 17 February 2025.

The City of Joondalup is committed to diversity and inclusion within all organisational practices and is an equal opportunity employer. The City encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with a disability, people of all ages, sexualities and genders to apply for this position.

All employees and prospective employees of the City of Joondalup are required to declare any secondary employment and private activities to ensure that any conflict of interests may be appropriately managed.