Senior Compliance Officer

• Central Picton location
• Permanent Full-Time - 35 hours per week
• Salary from $101,551 per annum + 11.5% Superannuation
• Leaseback Vehicle available with the position

Are you a seasoned Compliance professional ready to advance to the next level in your career? 

About Council

Wollondilly Shire Council covers a Local Government Area of approximately 2,560km2 of pristine bushland, crystal clear waterways and unique towns and villages that are home to close-knit communities. We are experiencing a time of significant growth and require suitably qualified and experienced professionals to go on this exciting journey with us.

In addition to the positive and supportive work culture, there are a number of benefits and opportunities available to our employees including:

• Health and Wellbeing programs
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Employee Reward and Recognition Programs
• Educational Assistance Program
• Staff Social activities

About the Role

An exceptional opportunity is available within the Health & Regulatory Services Team for a seasoned Compliance professional to join the team in addressing community enforcement needs. Reporting to the Compliance Team Leader, this role will support operational and legislative compliance initiatives and educational programs aimed at enhancing community awareness on various compliance matters.

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate their competency for the position by meeting the following essential criteria:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or a minimum of five (5) years relevant work experience as a Council Compliance Officer across a range of Compliance and enforcement functions.
• Effective written, oral and interpersonal communication skills with proven ability to prepare complex correspondence, notices and reports.
• Highly developed investigation and interviewing skills and extensive experience undertaking complex compliance investigations.
• Experience in regulatory activities regime including the issuing of orders, compliance notices and Penalty Infringement Notices under the relevant Acts and Regulations.
• Proven experience acting as a Council Compliance Officer in the Local and Land and Environment Courts including the preparation of Briefs of Evidence and giving of evidence in relation to any matter before the Court relative to the position.
• Class C Drivers Licence and Working with Children Check Clearance or willingness and ability to obtain prior to employment.

Further Information: Matthew Lindsay, Compliance Team Leader on 4677 9542.

Closing Date: 5:00pm Monday, 3 February 2025.

Don’t delay any longer, Apply Now and let’s make Wollondilly an even better place, together.

To be considered for this position, candidates must apply via Council’s website, Wollondilly Employment Opportunities and answer the position specific selection criteria as listed in this advertisement.

Preferred applicants will be required to undertake a pre-placement medical. This includes drug and alcohol screening. The preferred applicant may also be required to undertake Police Background, Credential and Bankruptcy Checks.

In accordance with the Local Government (State) Award 2023 all positions are engaged Monday to Sunday except as otherwise provided.

Wollondilly Shire Council is committed to fostering a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We encourage all applicants, including First Nations people, person living with disability, LGBTIQ+ individuals, and members of culturally diverse communities to join our team. Council will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If successful, we will offer ongoing support as needed.

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