At a Glance
- Tasks: Engage with the community to enforce local laws and promote safety.
- Company: Whitsunday Regional Council, dedicated to community service and environmental protection.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible work schedule with a supportive team environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while enjoying diverse daily tasks.
- Qualifications: Experience in compliance or customer service; strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 77246 - 77246 $ per year.
- Whitsunday Regional Council - Whitsundays QLD
- Base salary between $77,246 per annum to $90,622 per annum
- Plus Locality Allowance + Superannuation
- Make a Difference in Your Community
Whitsunday Regional Council is seeking a motivated and community-focused Local Laws Officer to join our Natural Resources and Regulatory team.
This diverse and rewarding role offers the opportunity to work directly with the community to promote compliance, protect public amenity, and help maintain a safe and enjoyable environment across the Whitsunday Region.
No two days are the same, with responsibilities ranging from animal management and compliance investigations to community education and local law enforcement.
About the Role
As a Local Laws Officer, you will be responsible for delivering and supporting the implementation of Council's Local Laws, regulations and compliance activities.
Key responsibilities include
- Investigating customer complaints and compliance matters relating to Council's Local Laws.
- Undertaking regulatory activities including animal management, regulated parking, illegal camping patrols, signage inspections and accommodation inspections.
- Providing advice and assistance to residents, businesses and visitors regarding local law requirements.
- Conducting compliance inspections and undertaking enforcement actions where required.
- Assessing applications and approvals in accordance with the Whitsunday Local Law 2014.
- Maintaining accurate records and providing updates on compliance activities.
- Assisting with projects, process improvements and procedural efficiencies.
- Undertaking pound duties, including the care, maintenance and disposal of animals.
- Responding to customer enquiries via phone, email and face-to-face interactions.
- Participating in Council's on-call roster and weekend overtime program as required.
About You
We are looking for someone who enjoys working with the community, can confidently manage difficult conversations, and is committed to delivering practical and fair compliance outcomes.
To be successful in this role, you will have
- Experience in compliance, regulation, customer service, local government, community services or a related field.
- Strong communication and conflict resolution skills.
- Ability to obtain Authorised Persons card.
- Current First aid and CPR.
- Ability to obtain Childrens Blue card.
What Council Offers
- 9 Day Working Fortnight
- 5 Weeks Annual Leave per annum
- 15 Days Personal Leave per annum
- 17.5% Annual Leave Loading
- Salary Sacrifice Opportunities
- Learning and Development Opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Council is committed to providing a healthy work environment for individuals working, visiting or conducting business at Council workplaces and is transitioning to a Smoke Free Workplace.
Council practices Equal Employment Opportunities and Workplace Health and Safety Principles.
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Local Laws Officer employer: Whitsunday Regional Council
The Whitsunday Regional Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises work-life balance with a 9-day fortnight and comprehensive health and wellbeing benefits. Located in the stunning Whitsundays, employees enjoy a dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth while contributing to the community's essential water and sewerage services.
Contact Details:
Whitsunday Regional Council Recruitment Team
