Local Law Officer

Local Law Officer

Council is seeking to appoint a permanent full time Local Law Officer to contribute to Council’s success.

• 9-day fortnight | Promoting a healthy work-life balance
• Be part of a passionate, dedicated team
• Located in Gladstone

About the Role

The purpose of this position is to promote positive community compliance with regulatory standards, through ongoing inspection, investigation, monitoring, and enforcement of Local Laws and Regulations.

You will bring:

• Certificate IV in Government Investigations (or the ability to obtain) and/or demonstrated experience working in Regulatory Services and able to demonstrate knowledge and experience in regulatory investigation, enforcement activities, and the interpretation of relevant legislation.
• Strong Interpersonal and communication (verbal and written English) skills to effectively liaise with customers and employees.
• High Level problem solving, initiative, and negotiation skills to effectively address and resolve matters prior to escalating to the Senior Local Law Officer/Manager.
• Established time management, prioritisation and planning skills to complete tasks simultaneously.
• Demonstrable keyboard and typing skills and experience using Microsoft Office Suite and operating corporate business systems.
• Experience and demonstrable skills processing customer enquiries.
• Work outside of normal hours as requested by Manager Local Laws as part of the requirements of the sections on call roster. May be required to attend to Operational taskings outside normal hours and on weekends.
• Legally able to drive a motor vehicle in Queensland.

Why work for GRC?

The Gladstone Region is a dynamic Central Queensland coastal region that provides an enviable lifestyle and economic stability for more than 63,000 residents. Gladstone Regional Council is committed to a dynamic, proud and diverse future for the Gladstone Region that focuses on working together to balance our region’s lifestyle and opportunity. Our success is built on a foundation of safe, engaged, high performing talent and teams and a values-based culture centred around our SERVICE principles.

• We are fortunate to live in an attractive, growing region and proud to provide opportunity for personal growth and career development for our employees.
• We offer opportunities to grow your career within a progressive local government organisation and work in a high performing team that values your contribution.
• You will be rewarded with a competitive salary including generous superannuation and a flexible roster that supports a generous work-life balance.
• We offer a range of employee benefits including free physiotherapy, support services and discounted health cover and fitness memberships. 
• Please be advised that the preferred candidate for this position, as a condition of employment, may be required to complete a criminal history check, a pre-employment medical or a skills assessment.

Council is committed to connecting with the Gladstone Regional community which values diversity and inclusion and encourages you to bring your whole self to work.  First Nations people are encouraged to apply.

Closing Date

12 noon Thursday 4 January 2024.