At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead compliance initiatives and support dam safety regulation across Queensland.
- Company: Join the Department of Local Government, Water and Volunteers in Brisbane.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for emergency preparedness activities and travel.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on community safety and environmental sustainability.
- Qualifications: Experience in regulatory compliance and strong stakeholder engagement skills.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 $ per year.
Department of Local Government, Water and Volunteers Qld - Brisbane QLD
About the Department
The Department of Local Government, Water and Volunteers (DLGWV) is at the forefront of driving sustainable growth across Queensland. Our mission is to manage water resources responsibly and empower councils to support and grow Queensland communities. With over 800 dedicated professionals across Brisbane and regional offices, we work to ensure that Queensland's communities, businesses, and water resources thrive.
About the role
Operating within the Dam Safety, Regulation and Operational Support branch of the Water Resource Management Division, this role contributes to the effective regulation of Queensland's referable dams under legislation administered by the Department of Local Government, Water and Volunteers (DLGWV). Working closely with dam safety engineers, the Strategic Compliance Team and dam owners, the position supports and strengthens compliance within Queensland's dam safety regulatory framework.
As part of the Dam Safety team, this role provides an exciting opportunity to lead and drive business improvement initiatives, promote statewide consistency in compliance investigations and prosecutions, and support the effective regulation of dam safety across Queensland's referable dams. The position works in partnership with the Principal Officer, Emergency Action Plans (EAPs), Principal Regulatory Officer (Compliance), and the Manager, Emergency Action Plans Land Compliance to support the delivery of Queensland's dam safety emergency preparedness and compliance programs.
It also plays a key operational coordination role in the administration of Emergency Action Plans, wet-season preparedness activities, regulatory reporting, stakeholder engagement, and continuous business improvement initiatives, ensuring a proactive and consistent approach to dam safety regulation across the state.
About you
You are a proactive and organised professional with an interest in regulatory compliance, emergency preparedness, or a related operational environment. You build strong stakeholder relationships, work collaboratively, and have a keen eye for detail.
- Understanding of regulatory compliance, emergency preparedness, dam safety, or a related field.
- Experience using Microsoft Dynamics CRM, Power BI, or similar business systems to support reporting and data integrity.
- A Certificate IV in Government Investigations, Regulatory Compliance, or a related discipline.
This role may require participation in emergency preparedness and response activities, including rostered after-hours and weekend work, as well as occasional travel and overnight stays.
Senior Project Officer in Brisbane employer: Department of Local Government, Water and Volunteers Qld
The Department of Local Government, Water and Volunteers Qld is an exceptional employer that champions sustainable growth and community empowerment in Queensland. With a strong focus on teamwork, diversity, and continuous improvement, employees are encouraged to grow professionally while making a meaningful impact on local governments and communities. Located in Brisbane, the department offers a collaborative work culture and unique opportunities to influence key strategic issues, ensuring that your contributions lead to lasting change across the state.
Contact Details:
Department of Local Government, Water and Volunteers Qld Recruitment Team
