Senior Development Compliance Officer

• Salary $109,513.56 to $127,034.96 p/a + super
• Permanent full time position – 35 hours per week
• Access to private use of a vehicle through Council’s Private Leaseback Scheme
• Access to Flex Leave

About Ku-ring-gai Council

Located 16 km’s north of the Sydney CBD, the Ku-ring-gai area covers 84km2, is home to 124,000 residents and set in one of New South Wales’ most attractive natural environments.

About the role

Reporting to the Team Leader Development Compliance, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring compliance with environmental planning and building legislation, development consents, and Council policies.

You will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to investigate, resolve, and manage a wide range of development compliance matters.

Your duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Investigate breaches of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, Local Government Act, Protection of the Environment Operations Act, and related legislation
• Conduct site inspections, gather evidence, and prepare reports, notices, and enforcement actions
• Represent Council in legal proceedings and provide expert evidence as required
• Liaise with residents, developers, legal representatives, and government agencies to resolve compliance issues
• Mentor junior compliance staff and contribute to ongoing process improvement

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• Tertiary qualifications in building construction and inspection, development control, land use or related discipline
• Eligibility for accreditation as a Building Surveyor on the Fair Trading NSW Register
• Experience in development or regulatory compliance within a local government or similar environment
• Demonstrated understanding of the development control process in NSW
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
• Proven ability to manage complex investigations and enforcement proceedings
• Current Class C driver’s licence

Benefits

• 35 hour working week
• Eligiblity to participate in Council’s flexible work scheme (flex leave)
• Access to private use of a vehicle through Council’s Private Leaseback Scheme
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Up to $100 Health & Fitness yearly reimbursement (conditional)
• Free confidential Employee Assistance Program
• Beautiful Ku-ring-gai Location
• Supportive team environment
• Access to a wide range of development and training opportunities

For more information on the benefits offered at Ku-ring-gai Council, please refer to our website click here.

Join Ku-ring-gai Council as a Senior Development Compliance Officer and make a meaningful impact in one of Sydney’s most beautiful and diverse local government areas.

How to apply

Applicants are required to address all Essential Criteria as listed within the Position Description to be eligible for an interview.

Like to know more Contact Michael Azzi on 02 9424 0153

Closes: 11:30pm, Wednesday 20 August 2025

Ku-ring-gai Council is an equal opportunity employer