Planning Enforcement and Investigations Officer

Reference number: 11263

Closing date: 11pm - Wednesday 19 August 2026

- Full-time permanent role (1 FTE)
- Band 5 - salary commencing at $85,114.74 per annum + 12% superannuation (commensurate with experience)
- Monthly RDO available
- Hybrid working arrangements available

The Opportunity Moonee Valley City Council is seeking a motivated and customer-focused Planning Enforcement and Investigations Officer to join the City Development team.

Reporting to the Coordinator Statutory Planning, you will play a key role in protecting the amenity, safety and liveability of the municipality by investigating and managing a broad range of planning compliance matters. Working closely with developers, property owners, businesses, community members and internal stakeholders, you will assess compliance with planning permits, the Planning and Environment Act 1987, the Moonee Valley Planning Scheme and other relevant legislation.

Through a combination of education, negotiation and enforcement, you will help achieve fair, consistent and effective compliance outcomes while delivering high-quality customer service and supporting positive planning and development outcomes for the community.

Key Responsibilities

- Investigate customer enquiries and complaints relating to planning compliance, land use, development activities and Construction and Site Management Plans (CSMPs).
- Conduct site inspections and assess compliance with planning permits, endorsed plans, permit conditions and relevant legislation.
- Provide advice and guidance to developers, builders, property owners,



occupiers and the broader community regarding planning requirements and compliance obligations.
- Liaise with internal stakeholders and external agencies to gather evidence and progress investigations.
- Prepare reports, correspondence, briefs of evidence and compliance documentation.
- Issue planning enforcement notices and undertake enforcement activities in accordance with legislative requirements.
- Assist with matters progressing through VCAT, the Magistrates' Court and other relevant statutory processes.
- Maintain accurate records and evidence within Council's systems.
- Manage stakeholder relationships and resolve complex compliance matters through effective communication and negotiation.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and support a positive customer-focused service culture.

Skills & Experience

- Relevant tertiary qualifications in town planning, compliance and enforcement, investigations, law, environmental science or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Experience in a planning compliance, enforcement, investigations or statutory planning environment.
- Sound knowledge of planning legislation, statutory planning processes and regulatory frameworks.




- Strong investigative and analytical skills, with the ability to assess evidence and make informed decisions.
- Experience managing compliance matters and implementing appropriate enforcement actions.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
- Highly developed written and verbal communication skills and a commitment to customer service excellence.
- Solid organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and electronic records management systems.
- A current Victorian Driver Licence.

Next Steps Applications must be submitted through our online system and should be in line with the Moonee Valley City Council Application Guide, Applications must include a resume and a response to the Key Selection Criteria, which are outlined in the Position Description. To address the criteria, provide short statements describing how your experience, skills and achievements demonstrate your ability to meet the requirements of the role. We encourage applicants to keep their responses clear, concise and relevant.

Applications that do not meet these requirements may not be considered.

For further information about the role, please contact Matt Spozio, Coordinator Statutory Planning, on 03 9243 8755. If you'd like to view the Position Description, learn more about what we do, or find out why Moonee Valley City Council is a great place to work, visit our Careers website at https:https://mvcc.vic.gov.au/work/my-career/work-with-us/

📌 Planning Enforcement and Investigations Officer (Melbourne)
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📍 Melbourne