Senior Compliance Officer
- Conduct inspections and investigate complaints or alleged offences across council regulatory functions, including parking, animals, nuisance, litter and fire prevention.
- Interpret and apply legislation and By-Laws, gather evidence, and prepare reports, notices and other enforcement documentation.
- Engage with the community, businesses, council colleagues and government agencies while managing compliance matters independently.
Our Client
Berri Barmera Council serves a vibrant Riverland community on the banks of the Murray River. Council supports sustainable growth, community wellbeing and essential local services, with a strong focus on innovation and long-term planning.
The Role
Reporting to the Manager Environment and Regulatory Services, you will protect public safety, environmental quality and community amenity across a broad portfolio, including parking and abandoned vehicles, animal management, local nuisance and litter, By-Laws and fire prevention. You will also support environmental health, building and planning compliance within relevant delegations.
Responsibilities
- Undertake inspections, investigate complaints and alleged offences, gather evidence and take appropriate enforcement action
- Interpret and apply legislation, By-Laws, policies and procedures
- Manage compliance across parking, animal management, nuisance, litter and fire prevention
- Prepare investigation reports, notices, briefs and regulatory documentation
- Liaise with residents, businesses, Council staff and government agencies, and guide colleagues on compliance matters
About You
- Experience in compliance, regulatory services or investigations
- Ability to interpret and apply legislation with sound judgement
- Strong investigation, report-writing and record-keeping skills
- Excellent communication, negotiation and conflict-resolution skills
- Independence, initiative and the ability to manage competing priorities
A Certificate IV in Local Government (Regulatory Services) and Fire Prevention Officer certification, or willingness to obtain them, will be highly regarded, as will local government experience.
In Return
- Make a visible difference to public safety and community amenity
- Enjoy variety and autonomy in a hands-on, onsite role in Berri
- Live on the Murray River, within easy reach of Adelaide and Mildura
Next Steps
Click ‘Apply Now’ and include your CV and a cover letter addressing the essential experience and qualifications. Applications close Friday, 4th of December.
For a confidential conversation, contact Phil Peluso at Perks People Solutions on 08 8273 9389.
We vet all employer accounts and do our best to keep job ads safe, but scams can still occur. Be cautious when sharing personal information — never provide financial details or make payments during the application process. For extra security, use the Apply button on our site when proceeding.
Skills
0 of 21 matchedLicenses & certifications
0 of 2 matchedPerks People Solutions