At a Glance
- Tasks: Help combat illegal dumping through investigations and community education.
- Company: Join the Toowoomba Regional Council, dedicated to community safety and environmental protection.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, professional development, fitness programs, and health benefits.
- Other info: Dynamic team culture with opportunities for career growth and personal development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while enjoying a supportive work environment.
- Qualifications: Strong investigative skills and a passion for environmental compliance.
The predicted salary is between 82147 - 88357 $ per year.
- HELP US TACKLE ILLEGAL DUMPING IN THE TOOWOOMBA REGION
- $82,147.09 - $88,357.17gross per annum, plus 17.5% annual leave loading and up to 12.65% superannuation.
- Temporary Full time position until 31 August 2029.
- Based in the Toowoomba CBD - parking provided.
- About Environmental & Regulatory Services
Our Environmental & Regulatory Services team is the front line of Council’s regulatory activities and works hard at keeping our community safe.
We’re a dynamic, multidisciplinary team made up of compliance officers, technical specialists, and administrative officers.
Together, we oversee a wide range of essential services, including the Animal Management Centre, Local Laws compliance, Environmental Health, Regulated Parking compliance, and Building and Development compliance.
We are a people-focused and purpose-driven team that pride ourselves on the quality of work we do.
We also like having fun and actively building an environment where people enjoy coming to work and going home feeling valued.
About the position
As a Compliance Officer (Illegal Dumping), you will be responsible for supporting the delivery of Council's Fighting Illegal Dumping Partnership Program through investigation, monitoring and enforcement of illegal dumping offences across the Toowoomba Region.
You will undertake inspections, surveillance activities, investigations and enforcement actions, maintains accurate records and contributes to compliance, education and reporting activities that support the ongoing delivery of the program.
In this position, you will work under general supervision.
Benefits of the Workplace
• Work in a safety-conscious organisation - home safe every day!
- Professional development and learning opportunities.
- Salary sacrificing opportunities to boost your superannuation.
- Corporate discounts on selected private health insurance.
- Access to the Fitness Passport Program - providing access to a wide range of local health, fitness, and leisure facilities with a single membership.
- Free Flu Vaccinations and Skin Checks.
- Employee Assistance Program - free 24 hour nationwide confidential counselling services for employees and their families going through personal or work-related problems.
The preferred candidate will be required to undertake a Criminal History Check and a pre-employment medical assessment to assess their ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the position.
PLEASE NOTE: Your application may not be considered if you do not follow the instructions outlined above.
For further information
Please contact Bradley Hahn - Coordinator Community Amenity - on (07) 4637 7*** within business hours.
The closing date for applications is at 11:59pm on Wednesday, 4 November 2026.
About Council
The Toowoomba region is about rich traditions and bold ambitions.
Our long and proud agricultural history has evolved Toowoomba into Australia’s second largest inland city supporting diverse townships in the council area and acting as a service centre for South West Qld and North West NSW.
The region is boldly forging new opportunities around the Surat Basin resource sector, education, health, transport and massive infrastructure investments.
Growth hasn’t come at the expense of liveability though, with Toowoomba twice voted in the top 5 most family friendly cities in Australia.
Toowoomba Regional Council services a regional population of 178,500 and employs a team of approximately 1,600 staff, dedicated and passionate about delivering excellent customer service to the community, residents and visitors throughout the region.
We recognise that our success depends upon attracting and retaining skilled and talented staff and offer a wide variety of interesting challenges and opportunities to develop your career.
Council does not accept unsolicited agency approaches or applications for this or any other vacancy. No response will be provided.
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Compliance Officer employer: Toowoomba Regional Council
Toowoomba Regional Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that fosters professional growth and development. As a graduate in HR, you'll benefit from hands-on experience alongside seasoned professionals, competitive salary packages, and generous leave entitlements, all while contributing to the well-being of the local community in the vibrant Toowoomba CBD.
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Toowoomba Regional Council Recruitment Team
