Narrabri Shire Council

Compliance Officer

Compliance Officer

• Make a difference within our community
• Join a passionate team
• $80,627 - $89,217 per annum plus superannuation

 About Us

At Narrabri Shire Council, we are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of community living and environmental care. We pride ourselves on our commitment to fostering a safe, healthy, and compliant community through diligent oversight and regulatory enforcement. Join us in making a tangible difference in our community, ensuring a sustainable and prosperous future for Narrabri Shire.

About the Role

An exciting opportunity currently exists for a motivated individual with exceptional skills join the Regulatory Compliance team. As our Compliance Officer, you will play a pivotal role in enforcing local and environmental laws that keep our community safe and our environment protected. Your responsibilities will include: 

• Investigating complaints and inquiries from the community regarding public health, environmental protection, and public safety.
• Monitoring compliance with various statutory regulations, including the Local Government Act, Environmental Planning & Assessment Act, and the Protection of the Environment Operations Act.
• Preparing and issuing notices and orders to enforce laws and regulations effectively.
• Managing and responding to incidents of environmental damage, pollution, and public health concerns.
• Ensuring accurate record-keeping for compliance and enforcement activities.
• Representing the Council in legal and regulatory forums as required

For further information please refer to the attached Position Description.

About You

As our Compliance Officer, you will be an articulate, communicator who can engage with, and understand requirements of the community. You will be able to work independently and as a part of a small team, while possessing a:

• Strong knowledge of and experience with public health, environmental, and regulatory compliance.
• A high-level verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to negotiate and resolve conflicts effectively.
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team, with excellent organizational skills and the capacity to manage multiple priorities.
• Current NSW Class C Driver's Licence and General Construction Induction Card.

Further Enquiries

Enquiries regarding this position should be directed to Landon Brady, Manager Regulatory Compliance on (02) 6799 6866.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position with Narrabri Shire Council, we would love to hear from you! To apply, simply follow the instructions below:

1. Complete the information below as requested
2. Click ‘APPLY’
3. Attach your resume, covering letter, licence and qualifications
4. Click ‘NEXT’ and ‘CONFIRM’

Please note that all correspondence regarding your application status and interview will be forwarded via email.

Closing date for applications
This position closes at 5.00pm on Tuesday, 21 May 2024

Narrabri Shire Council reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date or extend without prior notice.

Narrabri Shire Council is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We support difference and thrive on it for the benefit for our employees and community, and are committed to celebrating diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Narrabri Shire Council is committed to ensuring the health, safety and wellbeing of all people within our workplace. Please note that the successful applicant will be required to be fully vaccinated with an approved COVID-19 vaccine before commencing employment with Narrabri Shire Council or provide evidence of an authorised medical contraindication.