Director, Public Unleased Land Compliance and Investigations

Details: The City and Environment Directorate (CED) brings together the people, services and systems that shape Canberra's future. We deliver smarter, more connected services that respond to the needs of our Territory and community.

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced and high-performing leader to join Access Canberra as Director, Public Land Use. This role leads the Public Unleased Land Compliance and Public Unleased Land Investigations teams within the Building, Planning and Land Use Regulation Branch.

As Director, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across compliance, investigation and enforcement functions that support the protected, lawful and appropriate use of public places. You will oversee complex and sensitive regulatory matters, manage resources and risk, and provide authoritative advice to senior executives and decision-makers. Working closely with Assistant Directors, authorised officers and key stakeholders, you will drive consistent,



transparent and evidence-based regulatory practice while building a capable and high-performing team.

We are seeking a collaborative and resilient leader with demonstrated experience in regulation, compliance, investigations or enforcement. The successful applicant will have strong judgement, excellent communication skills, experience leading multidisciplinary teams, and the ability to manage complex issues in a dynamic environment.

Eligibility/Other Requirements:

Mandatory:

- Ability and willingness to undertake site visits and wear personal protective equipment where required.
- Experience leading regulatory investigations, prosecution activity or public land compliance functions.

Notes: This is a temporary position available immediately for a period of up to 12 months with the possibility of extension and/or permanency.

Selection may be based on application and referee reports only.

A merit pool may be established from this selection process and may be used to fill identical or similar vacancies over the next 12 months.

📌 Director, Public Unleased Land Compliance and Investigations (Canberra)
🏢 City and Environment Directorate
📍 Canberra