Lead a diverse regulatory compliance function and make a meaningful impact on our growing community.
• Exciting leadership chance to drive high-quality regulatory and compliance services.
• Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team committed to positive community outcomes.
• Play a key role in shaping service delivery, driving improvements and strengthening community confidence. Have you thought about a career in Wagga Wagga? Click here:
• Working with Wagga Wagga City Council
- Why work in Wagga? The Role Wagga Wagga City Council is seeking an experienced and motivated leader to join our team as the Manager Regulatory City Compliance Services. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a diverse portfolio of regulatory and compliance functions that play a vital role in protecting and enhancing the City of Wagga Wagga. Reporting to the Director Planning & Regulatory Services, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across environmental and development compliance, environmental health, ranger and regulatory services, animal welfare and shelter services, and community education programs. As a key member of Council's leadership team, you will foster a positive and accountable team culture, drive continuous improvement and build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to deliver effective, responsive and community-focused services. What We Will Offer
• Attractive remuneration package offered, commensurate with skills, qualifications and experience.
• Permanent, full-time position.
• Access to Council’s Flexible

Working Hours
Agreement.
• Opportunity to lead a diverse team and make a meaningful contribution to the Wagga Wagga community.

Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
• Provide effective leadership, guidance and support to a multidisciplinary team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability and high performance.
• Oversee the delivery of regulatory and compliance services, ensuring legislative obligations,



service standards and community expectations are met.
• Drive proactive compliance initiatives, promoting education, early intervention and positive outcomes wherever possible.
• Manage operational budgets, resources, contracts and projects to ensure efficient and sustainable service delivery.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, government agencies and the community.
• Provide strategic advice and recommendations on complex regulatory matters, including compliance and enforcement activities.
• Identify opportunities for innovation, continuous improvement and enhanced customer service across the Division. Skills And Experience We are looking for a confident and collaborative leader who brings a strong understanding of regulatory services, sound judgement and a genuine commitment to achieving positive outcomes for the community. The Successful Applicant Will Have
• Tertiary qualifications at diploma or degree level in regulatory services management, compliance or a related discipline, together with proven experience in a similar leadership position.
• Demonstrated experience leading and developing high-performing teams, managing staff performance and fostering a positive workplace culture.
• Substantial knowledge and experience in regulatory compliance, animal welfare, governance or related services and programs.
• Extensive experience leading organisational change, driving service improvements and managing competing priorities.
• Highly developed communication, negotiation, conflict resolution and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong financial, resource, project and risk management capabilities.




• Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, statutory obligations and regulatory frameworks.
• A demonstrated commitment to delivering high-quality customer service and community outcomes.
• A current Class C Driver's Licence. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Council acknowledges that applicants may use AI tools to assist with preparing their application. If you do, please ensure your application reflects your own skills and experience. Candidates progressing through the recruitment process should be prepared to discuss and expand on all aspects of their application, including their responses to the focus questions. What is next? Applications close Sunday, 22 November 2026 at 11.59pm. Interviews will be held week commencing Monday, 30 November 2026. We encourage shortlisted candidates to attend interviews in person where possible. If you are unable to do so, please let us know in your application and we will work with you to discuss suitable arrangements. If you are interested in this role and would like more information, please contact Julie Costa, Director Planning & Regulatory Services on 02 6926 9779. As part of the recruitment process, pre-employment checks will be conducted in line with requirements of the position. All preferred candidates for this position will be asked to consent to a police check. Please note that people with a criminal record are not discouraged from applying for the position. Each application will be considered on its merit. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://wagga.pulsesoftware.com/Pulse/jobs Council is an inclusive employer. We strive to reflect the community in which we work, as a result we welcome and encourage applications from skilled people from all walks of life. This includes women, men, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with a disability, veterans, sexually and gender diverse people, people with lived experience and people of all ages.

📌 Manager Regulatory City Compliance Services (Wagga Wagga)
🏢 City of Wagga Wagga
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