If you are looking for the ultimate work/life balance we have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, experienced and self-motived team player with exceptional technical, investigative and communication skills to join our Regulatory Services team.
Your Team:
We work hard in a positive and supportive environment that values the contributions of each team member. The Regulatory Compliance team ensure the compliance and enforcement under a range of legislation, regulation, Council’s Planning Scheme and Council policy. The team work hard to investigate compliance concerns whilst ensuring that the community receives an outstanding level of service. As a part of this team you will conduct a variety of investigations with a mix of both onsite inspections and computer-based research including report writing whilst applying critical thinking to resolve new and complex problems.
Primary Objective:
- Provideeffective,efficientandprofessionalregulatorycompliancewhichadherestotheprocessesandtechnicalrequirements of the Planning Act 2016, Building Act 1975, Environmental Protection Act 1994, Local Government Act 2009, Local Laws and other relevant legislation.
- Apply sound technical knowledge and experience when undertaking complaint investigations in accordance with legislative requirements relating to complex, sensitive and high-profile offences.
- Provide expert advice to the Supervisor, Coordinator and Manager through sound technical knowledge and experience of relevant legislation.
- Ensure corporate, operational, and strategic objectives are met through competent and professional fulfilment of assigned duties.
- Ensure customers receive the highest level of service and professional advice during the compliance investigation process.
As our ideal candidate, you will have:
- Diploma in Local Government or related field or Certificate IV in Government (Investigations) or equivalent qualifications or extensive experience in an investigative and/or enforcement role within Local Government or other Government department.
- Current “C” class driver’s licence to travel independently between various sites within the Council region.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding Acts and the relationship between each law and their application in the enforcement process.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills including the ability to draft routine correspondence and reports.
Some benefits we offer:
- Achieve work / life balance with flexible working arrangements
- Fitness Passport - subsidised health and well-being memberships (gym/swimming pool)
- Recharge with up to 5 weeks annual leave
- Up to 3 weeks personal leave
- Secure your future with 12% superannuation contributions
- Salary sacrifice opportunities
- Grow personally and professionally with learning and development opportunities
- Cherish family time with up to 14 weeks paid parental leave
- Relocation assistance may be available for preferred candidates.
We are committed to:
- Fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment
- Embracing innovation and continuous improvement
- Cultivating a culture of professional growth and support
Now we want to hear about YOU!
Applications MUST be submitted online through the 'Apply' button and include a Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria and Resume outlining previous academic and work experience and if requested include attachments of the relevant qualifications and licenses, relating to the role.
For further information about this role please download the Position Description which includes the Key Duties, Responsibilities and Selection Criteria.
Council’s Recruitment Team can be contacted via:
Phone: (07) 4044 3310
Email: jobs@cairns.qld.gov.au
Website: Employment at Council | Cairns Regional Council
Agency applications are not being accepted at this stage
