Walgett Shire Council

Senior Regulatory Compliance Officer

• Make a real impact in public health, animal welfare, environmental protection and community safety across Walgett Shire
• Take on a varied senior regulatory role where compliance is about education, prevention, practical problem solving and fair enforcement
• Attractive salary of up to $91,742 per annum, plus superannuation and allowances, increasing by 4% in July 2026
• Relocation assistance is on offer for the successful candidate
• Subsidised housing may be available in Lightning Ridge, suitable for an individual or family, or shared Council housing may be available in Walgett for an individual
• A vehicle with private use may also be available for the right candidate

About the role:

The position of Senior Regulatory Compliance Officer is a key role within Council’s Planning, Environment and Economy team, with a strong focus on public health, environmental protection, animal welfare and community safety.

This is not just an animal compliance role. It is a practical and community-focused regulatory position where the right person can make a genuine difference across Walgett Shire. The role will support better outcomes for residents, improve public amenity, respond to community concerns, protect the local environment and help Council deliver fair, consistent and effective regulatory services.The position includes managing Council’s pound operations, coordinating rehoming and desexing programs, supporting responsible companion animal ownership, responding to feral animal matters, investigating complaints such as illegal dumping, noise and nuisance issues, and engaging with the community through education, prevention and collaboration with external agencies.

The position is a permanent full-time role and may be based in either Walgett or Lightning Ridge.

This is a critical role for a Council that is committed to doing things differently, valuing transparency, teamwork and delivering practical outcomes for the community.

About you:

• Understand, or are able to quickly learn and apply key legislation.
• Have strong investigative skills and can manage issues such as environmental issues, animal complaints, illegal dumping, noise and nuisance complaints.
• Able to exercise sound judgement, particularly in sensitive community and enforcement matters.
• Effective communicator who works well with the public, stakeholders and enforcement agencies.
• Understand that good regulatory compliance is built on education, consistency, fairness and practical problem solving.
• Organised, reliable and able to manage competing priorities independently or as part of a team.
• Computer literate and comfortable with reporting, documentation and using Council systems.
• Committed to building a positive workplace culture.
• Experience working in a rural or regional context will be viewed favourably.

At Walgett Shire Council, we understand that not every candidate will meet every criterion, and that is perfectly fine. Your judgement, attitude, practical skills and commitment to making a positive contribution to the community matter to us.

The full position description can be viewed byclicking here.

For further information or discussion about the position, contact our People & Culture Team on 02 6828 6100 during business hours.

What we offer:

• A highly competitive salary of $1,442.42 to $1,764.27 per week plus superannuation, with a 4% salary increase to apply from July 2026.
• Permanent full time employment.
• Relocation assistance is on offer for the successful candidate.
• Subsidised housing may be available in Lightning Ridge, suitable for an individual or family.
• Shared Council housing may be available in Walgett, suitable for an individual.
• A vehicle with limited private use may also be available for the right candidate.
• Salary packaging options to maximise your take home pay.
• Professional development opportunities to support your growth and success.
• Employee Assistance Program available to support you and your family through all life’s challenges.
• Exceptional working conditions within a family friendly and supportive environment.

About us:

Walgett Shire Council serves a large, diverse and unique region in north western New South Wales. We provide a broad range of services across multiple communities and are committed to improving service delivery, strengthening long term sustainability and delivering practical outcomes for our residents.

At Walgett Shire Council, our people make a real difference. We offer varied and meaningful work, the opportunity to contribute across a complex organisation, and the chance to be part of a Council that is actively improving how it operates. We are guided by our core values of Respect, Integrity, Ethical Conduct, Courage, Honesty, Accountability and Responsibility.

This is an opportunity to join an organisation where the work is varied, the challenges are real, and the right person can make a genuine impact.

For more information about Walgett pleaseclick here.

How to apply:

To apply, complete the online application form and attach your current resume.A cover letter is highly regarded. All correspondence regarding your application will be sent via email.

Applications must include responses to the questions and a current resume. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Further information regarding the online application process may be obtained by contacting Council’s People and Culture Team on 02 6828 6100 during business hours or via email[email protected]

Closing date for applications:

Applications close at 9.00 am onMonday, 8 June 2026.

Council reserves the right to close, withdraw or extend vacancies without prior notice.

Walgett Shire Council is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage applications from people with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse persons, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.