Environmental Compliance Officer – Building & Development Sydney | $65 - $75ph + Super | 6-Month Contract (possible extension) | Government

An prospect has become available for an experienced Environmental Compliance Officer (Building/Development) to join government on a 6-month contract with possibility of extension. This role focuses on building and development compliance and enforcement, working as an authorised officer to investigate, enforce and resolve regulatory matters across the local government area.

About the Role

As Environmental Compliance Officer, you'll be responsible for the investigation and enforcement of building and development compliance matters, acting under delegated authority to ensure regulatory standards are upheld across the community.

Key Responsibilities
Undertake research, investigation and enforcement of building and development compliance, along with other regulatory customer action requests, enquiries, complaints, incidents and matters
Inspect premises for compliance with relevant legislation, criteria and standards, implementing enforcement and compliance action where required
Act as an authorised officer, exercising delegated authority to issue notices, orders,



directions and penalty infringements in line with the instrument of delegation from the General Manager and operational procedures
Investigate, assess and resolve customer action requests, enquiries and complaints
Effectively resolve regulatory matters with parties involved in building, compliance and environmental disputes

About You
Demonstrated experience in a building/development compliance or environmental compliance role, ideally within government
Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act and Local Government Act
Experience with enforcement procedures and legislation (highly regarded)
Solid investigative, negotiation and conflict resolution skills
Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to manage sensitive and often contentious matters
Current driver's licence

What's on Offer
$65 - $75ph + Super
6-month contract with robust potential for extension
Sydney-based government role
Working within a supportive regulatory team
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