Job Description
Development Compliance Officer | 6-Month Contract
McArthur is seeking an experienced Development Compliance Officer for a 6-month temporary assignment with a metropolitan Sydney local government organisation.
This is a hands-on compliance and enforcement position suited to someone who already understands the local government regulatory environment and can confidently manage development-related compliance matters with minimal training.
The successful candidate may come from a Development Compliance, Building, Environmental Health, Ranger, Planning or Regulatory Services background; however, demonstrated investigation and enforcement experience is essential.
McArthur is seeking an experienced Development Compliance Officer for a 6-month temporary assignment with a metropolitan Sydney local government organisation.
This is a hands-on compliance and enforcement position suited to someone who already understands the local government regulatory environment and can confidently manage development-related compliance matters with minimal training.
The successful candidate may come from a Development Compliance, Building, Environmental Health, Ranger, Planning or Regulatory Services background; however, demonstrated investigation and enforcement experience is essential.
The role
Working within a busy compliance team, you will investigate alleged breaches of development and planning requirements, undertake inspections and determine appropriate regulatory and enforcement action.
Key responsibilities are expected to include:
Investigating complaints and alleged breaches relating to development, building and land-use matters
Conducting site inspections and documenting findings
Reviewing development consents, conditions, approvals and relevant planning documentation




Gathering and assessing evidence to support compliance and enforcement decisions
Interpreting and applying relevant legislation, policies and Council requirements
Preparing professional correspondence, reports, notices and enforcement documentation
Liaising and negotiating with property owners, builders, developers, applicants and other stakeholders
Managing potentially difficult or contentious compliance matters professionally
Maintaining accurate case notes and records
Working collaboratively with planning, building, environmental and regulatory teams
Progressing matters to an appropriate regulatory outcome in accordance with legislation and delegated authority
About you
To be successful, you will ideally have:
Previous experience in a building, development or environmental compliance role within local government
Strong practical knowledge of compliance investigations and enforcement procedures
Experience conducting inspections and managing regulatory matters from investigation through to resolution
Sound knowledge of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act **** and Local Government Act ****
Experience interpreting development approvals, conditions of consent and relevant legislation
Strong evidence-gathering, analytical and report-writing skills
Demonstrated negotiation and conflict-resolution capability
Confidence communicating with members of the public, developers, builders and internal stakeholders
Excellent written and verbal communication skills




Ability to independently manage a compliance caseload and contribute effectively from commencement
Applications are also welcomed from experienced Council Rangers, Environmental Health Officers, BuildingSurveyors/Officers,Development Officers or Town Planners who can demonstrate substantial hands-on regulatory investigation and enforcement experience.
An environmental qualification is not essential; practical enforcement knowledge and the ability to operate effectively within a local government compliance workplace are the key priorities.
Mandatory requirement
A current NSW Police Check will be required before a candidate can be presented for consideration.
Contract details
6-month temporary assignment
Full-time hours
$65-$75 per hour + superannuation, dependent on relevant experience
Metropolitan Sydney location
Opportunity to apply substantial local government compliance and enforcement experience in a hands-on role
If you are an experienced local government compliance professional who can confidently investigate and progress development enforcement matters, we would like to hear from you.
Apply now with an up-to-date resume outlining your relevant local government compliance and enforcement experience.
For more information, please contact Stuart Sebiranda on **************
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📌 Development Compliance Officer - 6-Month Contract (Sydney) (New South Wales)
🏢 Mcarthur
📍 New South Wales