Development Compliance Officer

• Great opportunity to bring your sound investigative skills and detailed knowledge of applicable legislation
• Permanent, Full-time Opportunity
• Hybrid working arrangements

City of Newcastle (CN) is seeking an experienced Development Compliance Officer to join our Planning and Development team to support our Investigation team.

As a Development Compliance Officer, you will undertake evidence-based, professional and objective investigations relating to unauthorised development, non-compliance with development consents and fire safety measures within CN. 

This role will enable you to actively contribute to, review and deliver process improvements in regulatory operations, contribute positively to the multidisciplinary team and promote CN’s Regulatory processes as customer focused and best practice.

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Our people are valued and have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. These include flexible working arrangements, professional development opportunities and health and wellbeing programs.

CN proudly promotes the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and fosters a culture of diversity and inclusion to represent the community of our Local Government Area. All candidates will be assessed against the essential criteria outlined in the position description. Suitable candidates may be placed on an eligibility list for future identical positions for a period of 12 months.

We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected. People from diverse backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged to apply!

If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact recruit@ncc.nsw.gov.au for a confidential discussion.

You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.

Application Closing Date: Tuesday 9 April 2024

Remuneration: $89,294.63 + 11% Superannuation per annum for a 35-hour week.

Contact: Lianna Parry - Development Compliance Section Manager - 02 4974 1451

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At CN we understand the skills and attributes veterans can bring to our organisation and highly encourage veterans to apply for suitable roles.