North Burnett Regional Council

Compliance Officer x 2 roles – Southern region of North Burnett

• Work type: Permanent Full-time, 9-day Fortnight
• Location: Southern region of North Burnett (Mundubbera/Gayndah/Biggenden)
• Salary Range: $71,699.00 – $79,482.12 + 12% Superannuation

Why work with us?

There really is no better place to live, work, and play than naturally beautiful North Burnett. Home to 6 main townships plus quaint villages, the region boasts incredible National Parks, is agriculturally diverse, and offers an idyllic, relaxed lifestyle.

• Work-life balance: This role offers a 9-day fortnight, allowing you to enjoy our beautiful rural location and relaxed natural environment while having the space and freedom to explore your potential.
• Community and connection: Find a sense of belonging and build authentic and meaningful relationships within our close-knit communities.
• Affordable living: Enjoy a lower cost of living and better housing affordability.
• Rural lifestyle: Embrace the rural landscapes, clean air, and laid-back atmosphere.
• Rewarding career: This is an exciting time to be joining the team. North Burnett Regional Council (NBRC) offers a dynamic working environment with opportunities for professional development and initiatives to support a healthy work/life balance.

Find out more about our region in our NORTH BURNETT VISITORS GUIDE.

About the role

North Burnett Regional Council is seeking two dedicated Compliance Officers to support community safety and wellbeing through education and enforcement of local laws and relevant state legislation, where you will be based in the Southern part of our North Burnett region.

These roles involve proactive and reactive Compliance services, including responsible pet ownership, overgrown properties, abandoned vehicles, noise complaints, and footpath or roadside permits.

As a Compliance Officer, you will conduct monitoring activities, investigate breaches, issue compliance notices, and engage with the community to promote awareness of regulations. You will also be responsible for preparing evidence, reports, and documentation to support enforcement actions, including representing Council in legal proceedings when required.

These positions require strong communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills, as well as the ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. If you are detail-oriented, community-focused, and passionate about upholding local laws, we encourage you to apply.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will be a detail-oriented and community-focused professional with strong investigative and compliance skills. You will have experience in enforcing local laws and state legislation, with the ability to engage effectively with the community and handle compliance matters with professionalism and integrity.

You will have well-developed communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills – allowing you to educate the community, manage difficult situations, and ensure fair and consistent enforcement of regulations. Your ability to investigate breaches, collect evidence, and prepare clear and accurate reports will be essential to this role. Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the capacity to work both independently and within a team will be highly valued.

A tertiary qualification relevant to Compliance, Local Government, or a related discipline is required, along with a current ‘C’ class driver’s licence. Experience in project or program management and a general understanding of local government operations will be highly regarded. Participation in an on-call roster may be required.

Key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Provide community education and awareness of Council’s Local Laws and relevant State Legislation.
• Undertake monitoring activities across the region to meet service delivery obligations and ensure customer service expectations are achieved.
• Collect evidence, take photographs, prepare statements, compliance notices, letters, assessment check lists, briefing notes and other written communication to substantiate decisions, consistent outcomes and enforcement action.
• Issue correspondence, directions and compliance notices and penalty infringement notices (supported by evidence) for breaches of relevant Council’s Local Laws or State Legislation.
• Prepare impartial, accurate and concise evidentiary reports and briefs of evidence for escalated compliance issues and serious incidents.
• Conduct high level investigations into alleged breaches of relevant Council Local Laws and State Legislation and provide evidence in a court of law or QCAT when required.
• Undertake general maintenance activities for animal impoundment facilities and provide care for impounded animals in compliance with relevant standards.
• Participate in the on-call roster to ensure service delivery obligations and customer service expectations are achieved.
• Develop collaborative partnerships across all sectors of the community, including agencies, community groups, visitors and residents.

Please refer to the Position Description for full details regarding the responsibilities and requirements of this position.

Benefits of working at Council

• Be part of a passionate and talented team
• Competitive salaries PLUS 12% superannuation
• Generous leave provisions
• Healthy work/ life balance
• Rostered days off (RDO)
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee ‘Study Assistance’ scheme
• Employee Assistance Program for work or non-work-related matters

Applications Close: 10pm, Sunday 23 March 2025.

Contact: For further information regarding this position, please contact Jeni Codner from the Recruitment Team on 0447 153 948 during business hours.

Additional Information:

Accommodation / housing – The North Burnett Region offers a range of affordable housing options, ideal for those entering the property market. For short-term or rental accommodation, we recommend reaching out to local real estate agents, who can provide tailored advice and assist with finding the right fit for your needs.

To be considered for this position, you must have unrestricted rights to work in Australia.

North Burnett Regional Council is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free workplace and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please note: North Burnett Regional Council reserves the right to close, withdraw, or extend vacancies at any time without prior notice. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and candidates may be contacted before the closing date.