Regulatory Services Officer
Job No:
BDBRC1319
Location:
Bundaberg
$70,861 per annum + super + benefits
Permanent Full-Time
Regulatory Services, Regional Growth and Development
Bundaberg Region
About Us
At Bundaberg Regional Council, we are dedicated to building a vibrant and sustainable future for our community. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where individuals from diverse backgrounds and skill sets can thrive. Whether delivering essential services or driving innovative projects, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact. By joining us, you’ll become part of an organisation that values your contributions, supports your growth, and empowers you to help shape a better future for everyone.
Uniquely positioned north of Brisbane in Queensland, Australia, the Bundaberg Region is one of Australia’s fastest-growing regional cities and the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef. The Bundaberg Region boasts the most equitable climate in Australia and rates fifth in the world alongside Hawaii. Noted for its environmental excellence, pristine waterways, and proximity to the Great Barrier Reef, the Bundaberg Region showcases everything that nature’s palette can create.
What We Offer
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a 9 day fortnight.
- Wellbeing Focus: Access programs like Fitness Passport, mental health support, and Employee Assistance Programs.
- Growth Opportunities: We'll invest in your professional development with training, study assistance, and career pathways.
- Generous Benefits: Salary sacrifice options, 17.5% leave loading, and a uniform allowance or PPE provided.
- An Inspiring Location: Live and work in one of Australia's most beautiful regions, with a perfect climate and world-renowned natural beauty.
Discover more about working at Bundaberg Regional Council and the benefits we offer our employees by clicking here.
About The Opportunity
As a Regulatory Services Officer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring public safety and compliance within the Bundaberg Region. This dynamic role combines educational outreach and enforcement to protect and enhance the community's health, amenity, and safety standards.
The role will provide a great balance of office based and outdoor tasks that will include;
- Discussions, investigations and negotiations with the public.
- Ensuring the community understands and complies with Local Laws and State Legislation.
- Conducting scheduled inspections of regulated animals.
- Daily patrols for local law and animal related regulations.
- Undertaking rigorous and detailed investigations of alleged offences and implement correct regulatory action (e.g. warnings, infringements, enforcement notices, impoundment, etc.).
- Once fully trained you will be included in an 'on-call' roster for after hours and weekends.
About You
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in investigating and enforcing local government legislation related to animal management and local laws.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience of animal management and animal husbandry including cattery and kennel maintenance, disease control and animal hygiene.
- Strong communication skills (oral and written) with the ability to effectively negotiate conflict along with excellent written communication skills allowing accurate recording of investigative notes.
- Demonstrated ability to adapt and utilise various computer operational skills and knowledge including the use of electronic infringement software, mobile devices and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Demonstrated ability to work productively both on your own, with a partner and within a team environment.
- Availability to work outside normal operating hours and in accordance with the section’s roster.
- Ability to undertake manual handling duties.
- Hold a ‘C’ Class driver’s licence.
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The Selection Process
We encourage candidates to advise us of any accommodations they may need to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience throughout our recruitment process and work environment. We are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.
We celebrate our community's rich diversity and are committed to attracting and employing people that represent the community that we serve. We recognise and appreciate the diversity of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive and safe working environment where all employees are valued, respected and supported to achieve their potential.
The preferred candidate will be required to undergo a National Police Check and pre-employment medicals (which may include drug and alcohol testing), as part of the recruitment process.
How to Apply
To apply, submit your application online by clicking the “Apply” button. Please include:
- A current resume
- A cover letter addressing the “About You” section (max. 2 pages).
For enquiries, please contact careers@bundaberg.qld.gov.au or 1300 883 699. Please quote job reference BDBRC1319.
Applications close on Friday, 06, June, 2025, at 11:59 pm AEST.
Applications that do not meet the above requirements may not be shortlisted. The advertisement will be closed either when a successful applicant is identified or on the application close date, whichever is sooner.
Thank you for your interest in this position. To explore all our current opportunities, visit our Careers with Council webpage. We look forward to receiving your application.