At a Glance
- Tasks: Enforce local laws, conduct investigations, and educate the community on compliance.
- Company: Join Kingborough Council's Compliance Unit for a meaningful role.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, superannuation, and opportunity for professional development.
- Other info: Fixed-term role with diverse office and outdoor tasks, plus after-hours support.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in community safety and wellbeing while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and ability to work with animals; Certificate IV desirable.
The predicted salary is between 90029 - 90029 $ per year.
- Position: Position Number 000042
- Department: Governance, Recreation and Property Services
- Employment Status: Fixed-term, Full-time
- Salary range: $76,277 - $90,029 + 12.5% superannuation
- About this Position
- Fixed Term - 6 Month Parental Leave Cover
Council has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our Compliance Unit in a 6-month parental leave cover role.
The successful applicant will be offered the opportunity to undertake a Certificate IV in Government Investigations (if not already held), while working within a professional team responsible for the enforcement of regulations and local laws relating to animal management, fire prevention, nuisances, parking and the non-technical conditions of planning, development and building approvals.
- As a Compliance Officer, You Will
- Enjoy a diverse role with a mix of office-based and outdoor work.
- Provide courteous, professional and high-quality customer service.
- Educate residents and the broader community to improve understanding of compliance requirements.
- Contribute to the safety, amenity and wellbeing of our community.
- Undertake animal management duties, including patrols and pound maintenance.
- Conduct investigations and respond to customer requests, enquiries and complaints.
- Assist in the enforcement of Council regulations, local laws and relevant legislation.
To be successful in this role, you will have
- An understanding of, and ability to interpret and apply, relevant legislation.
- Strong interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills.
- The ability to prepare accurate reports and professional correspondence.
- Confidence and aptitude to work with animals, particularly dogs.
- Availability to participate in an after-hours and weekend roster.
- Certificate IV in Government Investigations, (desirable)
- Further Details
The role is Fixed-term full-time with a salary in the range of $76,277 - $90,029 per annum, depending on skills and experience plus 12.5% employer superannuation contribution.
The successful candidate will be required to undertake rostered on call support during evenings, weekends and public holidays.
A phone and vehicle are provided for after-hours on-call, as well as a daily on call allowance of $51.00 per day (2024-25 financial year), and applicable overtime rates for callouts.
For more information, please contact Monique Wright, Coordinator Compliance on (03) 6211 8200.
Applications close on Sunday 15, November 2026.
The Child and Youth Safe Organisations Framework is in place across Kingborough Council, safeguarding children and young people accessing our services and facilities.
Your commitment to this framework is essential to improving the way we work with vulnerable people, by implementing strategies and actions to promote child safety and wellbeing, and prevent harm to children and young people.
Kingborough Council incorporates Tasmania's Child and Youth Safe Standards in its recruitment process, ensuring the safety and well-being of children and young people in our community.
Compliance Officer (Enforcement Officer) in Kingston employer: Kingborough Council
Kingborough Council is an exceptional employer that values community impact and employee collaboration. With a strong focus on professional development, our supportive work culture encourages engineers to innovate and contribute to vital infrastructure projects that enhance local living standards. Located in a picturesque area of Tasmania, we offer competitive salaries, generous superannuation, and a commitment to child safety, making it a rewarding place to grow your career while making a difference.
