Job description
Agency Department of Tourism and Hospitality Work unit Licensing NT
Job title Senior Compliance Officer Designation Administrative Officer 6
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $102,505 - $114,282 Location Katherine
Position number 26553 RTF 361057 Closing 23/11/2026
Contact officer Bernard Kulda, Northern Region Manager, Liquor Compliance on 08 8999 1800 or

[email protected]
About the agency https://dth.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=361057

APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR
TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates
people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment
process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the
merit process, go to the OCPE website.

Primary objective
Play a key role in delivering regulatory and compliance outcomes across legislation administered by Licensing NT, with a
strong focus on the liquor portfolio. The role involves undertaking investigations, compliance operations and field-based
activities, as well as supporting education and awareness initiatives across industry and community.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Contribute to the planning and delivery of regulatory, compliance, and enforcement activities, working collaboratively




with internal teams and external stakeholders to achieve regulatory outcomes.
2. Interpret and apply relevant legislation, policies and procedures in operational settings, exercising statutory powers and
functions as required and providing clear, practical and timely advice.
3. Plan and undertake audits, inspections and investigations, managing allocated matters from initial assessment through
to resolution, including identifying non-compliance and determining appropriate regulatory responses.
4. Build and maintain effective working relationships with industry, stakeholders and the community through direct
engagement, education and guidance to promote compliance and support the objectives of Licensing NT.
5. Prepare transparent, accurate and evidence-based reports, assessments and correspondence to inform regulatory decisions,
support enforcement actions and meet statutory and procedural requirements.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Demonstrated experience in regulatory, compliance, investigations, enforcement or related operational environments.
2. Demonstrated ability to analyse information, assess risk, identify non-compliance, solve problems, and undertake

thorough investigations
3. Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills,



including the ability to confidently engage, negotiate and build

effective working relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
4. Demonstrated ability to prepare clear, concise and accurate written reports, assessments, briefs and other formal

documentation.
5. Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply legislation, policies and procedures, including exercising sound judgement

in complex or challenging situations.
6. Proven ability to work independently, including in field-based environments, while contributing effectively as part of a

team. Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes under pressure.
7. Ability and willingness to undertake operational fieldwork, including work outside normal business hours, late-night

and weekend operations, and travel to remote locations across the Northern Territory.
8. Current NT driver’s licence or equivalent.
Desirable
1. Demonstrated understanding of relevant industry trends, compliance challenges and regulatory framework.
2. Certificate IV or Diploma in Government (Investigations), or equivalent, or the ability to obtain.

Further information
Appointees should be of the highest standard of character and probity. The successful applicant may be subject to a
criminal history fingerprint check and an aptitude and/or psychometric test. The selected applicant may be required to
work in environments where smoking is permitted and with high noise levels. The successful applicant may be required to
travel to remote areas by 4x4 vehicles or by small aircraft.

📌 Senior Compliance Officer (Katherine)
🏢 Department of Tourism and Hospitality
📍 Katherine