Greater Shepparton City Council, situated in the heart of the Goulburn Valley, is the fifth largest provincial centre in Victoria and has a well-developed economy due to its strong agricultural and irrigation base, with major industries related to food processing, manufacturing, transport and health care. The Goulburn Valley is often referred to as 'The Food Bowl of Australia' as around 25% of the total value of Victoria's agricultural production is generated in this area.
Greater Shepparton has a population of approximately 69,000 and is culturally rich with 17.4% of residents being born overseas. The area has excellent education, recreation, cultural, social and health facilities and tourism is a developing focus for the region.
Compliance Officer
Salary:
$80,****** per annum
Closing:
Friday 14 August ****
Full time
- Permanent
An exceptional career opportunity exists to join the Building, Planning and Compliance Department as a Compliance Officer. Working closely with the community, and Councils Building, Planning and Local Laws Compliance officers and primarily responsible for:
Effectively and efficiently administering, investigating and enforcing the provisions of the Greater Shepparton Planning Scheme, the Building Act ****, the Building Regulation ****, the Planning and Setting Act ****, the Local Government Act ****, Greater Shepparton Local Law No 1 - Community Living **** and related Acts and Regulations and ensure compliance with building, planning and local law permits.
To be successful within the Building, Planning and Compliance Department, you will have:
Tertiary qualification in Planning,



Building Law or Local Government and/or related experience in a compliance or enforcement role.
Demonstrated understanding of relevant Acts, Regulations and Local Laws including the Building Act ****, Building Regulation ****, Planning and Environment Act ****, Local Government Act **** and Greater Shepparton Local Law No 1 – Community Living ****.
High level customer service, communication and interpersonal skills and ability to facilitate effective outcomes with internal and external stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to undertake enforcement activities including legal proceedings VCAT and Magistrates Court.
Effective time management skills and ability to manage work load despite competing priorities.
For further information about this position, please contact Patricia Garraway , Team Leader Support and Compliance on .
Note: This position is subject to a 6 month qualifying period in accordance with the Fair Work Australia minimum employment period. During the qualifying period employees will be provided with appropriate on-going induction, support, assistance, resources and training to enable them to meet the required performance standards for the position.
First Nations people are encouraged to apply. Council is committed to Child Safety and Wellbeing and adheres to Child Safe Standards and obligations under the Reportable Conduct Scheme of the Child Wellbeing and Safety Act ****.
Please note that applications which do not specifically address the Key Selection Criteria detailed in the position description will not be considered.
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📌 Compliance Officer (Shepparton)
🏢 Greater Shepparton City
📍 Shepparton