Senior Development Compliance Officer Scenic Rim Regional Council Surfers Paradise, Queensland, Australia

Senior Development Compliance Officer
Max Term for 12 months

Planning, Development and Environment

The Scenic Rim is a region of opportunity surrounded by World Heritage-listed national parks and is well renowned for its breathtaking scenery, agricultural and tourism industries, whilst situated close to the major centres of Brisbane, Ipswich, Toowoomba, and the Gold Coast.

At Scenic Rim Regional Council, we deliver community services and infrastructure to the region's population of approximately 50,000. With a diverse team exceeding 470 employees, we are committed to shaping a progressive future for our community through collaboration, integration, and innovation.

We are proudly an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, and a workplace underpinned by shared ethos and values.

About this opportunity

This position provides operational support to the Team Leader Development Compliance (Team Leader) and actively mentors and provides technical advice and assistance to Development Compliance Officers.

The position incumbent will undertake difficult and complex investigations including High Risk Developments within the Scenic Rim Regional Council area.

The position is based in Beaudesert, but you may be required to work from any of Council's offices (Boonah and Tamborine Mountain) or facilities within the Scenic Rim.

Additionally, you'll also ...

- Mentor and guide Development Compliance Officers in the investigation and enforcement of non-compliance of legislative responsibilities relating to building, land use, workplace and local laws, in accordance with legislative requirements and Council's corporate objectives.
- Support the Team Leader Compliance Services as required.
- Undertake complex non-compliance investigations and carry out necessary enforcement action.
- Prepare legal briefs and reports for Council and attend court and mediation proceedings when necessary.

About you...

- A tertiary qualification in local government land use, regulatory services, building, environment, or other relevant field and/or extensive experience in a similar role.
- Ability to mentor, train and coach Development Compliance Officers to build confidence and legislative knowledge.
- A detailed knowledge and understanding of Acts, Regulations and Local Laws applicable (Building Act 1975, Planning Act 2016, Environmental Protection Act 1994, and relevant subordinate legislation, Local Laws and the relevant subordinate legislation)



to Council's compliance and enforcement functions.
- Knowledge of legislative processes regarding infringements and prosecutions, with the ability to gather evidence and participate in investigations.

What's in it for you?

Scenic Rim Regional Council is an innovative employer, offering flexible working arrangements and a collaborative team environment. This position comes with a base remuneration from $102,159.66 pro rata, Commuter Use vehicle, and up to 13% employer superannuation contribution and much more.

Applications close: 12noon Wednesday 29 July 2026

Council is an equal opportunity employer and offers a smoke free work environment.

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