Senior Development Compliance Officer

The City is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual to fill the Senior Development Compliance Officer position in the City’s Compliance team. 

• Salary from $97,901.81 to $103,198.77 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience (+ up to 15.5% employer superannuation contributions)
• Permanent – full time position
• 5 weeks annual leave
• Restricted private use or commuting use of council vehicle

City of Vincent is a vibrant and progressive inner-city local government, a place where you can make a real difference! We are proud to say that our passion and our purpose is to create an amazing place for current and future generations to enjoy. A place that residents are proud to call home, where businesses thrive and where people want to visit.

We want to be known for being a courageous, clever, and creative organisation where new ideas flourish, where staff are proud to say they work, and where others want to join. We are Team Vincent.

About the Role

A rare opportunity exists to join the City’s Development Compliance team. As a valued member of the Strategy and Development Directorate, the key focus of the role is to ensure compliance with the provision of Local Government Planning and Building Legislation and Policies and resolve cases of non-compliance.

The successful candidate will support the Coordinator Compliance Services in the day-to-day operations and supervision and mentoring of Development Compliance Officers. You will learn new skills, collaborate with professionals, and be part of a dynamic and supportive team. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in local government, apply now and become part of Team Vincent!

All responsibilities are in the Position Description.

What are we looking for?

We are seeking applications from candidates who have considerable experience and comprehensive skills and knowledge in a compliance related field.

An ability to understand and to interpret approved plans, Acts and Regulations is essential. As is a demonstrated skill in problem solving, conflict resolution and negotiation.

Local Government experience in the application of Planning and Building legislation, and Local Laws is highly desirable.

The successful candidate will be a true team player with excellent attention to detail and an ability to meet deadlines and manage time effectively. In return, we offer a progressive, supportive and flexible work environment working with passionate individuals.

They will require a current “C” class driver’s licence.

What can the City of Vincent offer you?

So why should you come and work in the City’s Compliance Services team?

• The people! We are an established and experienced team of 5. We have dynamic backgrounds and strive to support each other and continually improve how we do business.
• We have well defined and executed processes and procedures. Vincent is a smaller Council giving us the ability to collaborate closely with various internal teams including planning, building and health – meaning we get great outcomes for our community.
• No day is the same when investigating planning and building matters in house and on site. The matters investigated are varied and range in complexity. This keeps the role interesting and promotes continuous learning.

…as well as offering generous employment benefits, including:

• Up to 15.5% employer superannuation contributions
• 5 weeks annual leave
• 7 years pro-rata long service leave
• Restricted private use or commuting use of council vehicle
• Support for families, with up to 12 weeks additional Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible working arrangement options available to support a range of lifestyles
• Central Leederville location where you can enjoy a vibrant town centre with great coffee and an abundance of dining options
• Free onsite parking and public transport within walking distance
• Enjoy the health benefits of a heavily discounted Beatty Park Membership
• Personalised professional development to achieve your career aspirations, including paid study leave and study assistance
• We believe mental and physical wellness is an integral part of our workplace culture, and our extensive program offers an assortment of initiatives to promote happiness, productivity and engagement

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online and include a cover letter and CV.

A statement addressing the selection criteria is encouraged.

To discuss your application or for any questions, please contact our Coordinator Compliance Services – Sonia Woodside on 9273 6595 or **************@vincent.wa.gov.au.

The City of Vincent is an organisation that values the diversity of our staff and promotes a workplace that actively welcomes and includes the unique contributions of all people. The City encourages people of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all sexual orientations and gender identity, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

We are also committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming experience for potential candidates and welcome requests for reasonable adjustments during our recruitment and selection process.

Applications close 5.00pm Monday 29 April 2024. 

*We reserve the right to close the advertisement early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified.

Thank you for your interest in joining Team Vincent.