AddressSenior Development Integrity Officer
About the position:
The City is seeking a motivated individual to support the Development Integrity team, ensuring that compliance-related obligations and functions are carried out in a legal, professional and efficient manner. This position will assist the team in undertaking investigations into suspected breaches, whilst also being responsible for providing a high level of service to customers, including the provision of accurate and timely advice.
Key accountabilities:
- Implement Council resolutions and provide regular reports to the Coordinator Development Integrity on progress of action.
- Assist and contribute towards the identification, development, implementation and review of guidelines, policies and procedures in relation to development compliance.
- Investigate breaches (alleged or otherwise) of either town planning or building legislation.
- Comprehensive ability to develop, maintain, and contribute towards a cohesive team environment.
To gain a better understanding of the role, please call Andy Gaze, Manager Regulatory Services on 08 9956 6***.
Position requirements:
The successful applicant will ideally possess demonstrated experience in researching and interpreting legislation, with knowledge of the relevant development legislation with Western Australia. Additionally, developed interpersonal skills are essential, with the ability to negotiate and communicate with customers and the public whilst providing a high standard of customer service.
Completion of a pre-employment medical including alcohol and other substances testing is required of all positions at the City.
Remuneration and benefits:
A salary starting from $81,618 per annum or $41.30 per hour will be offered dependent on knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications.
Some of the additional benefits of working for the City include:
- Up to 20% Superannuation (with superannuation co-contribution scheme)
- 22 Annual Leave days
- Health & Wellbeing Program
- Flexible working arrangements
- Career opportunities
- Study Assistance
- Centrally located
- Free parking
Overlooking the Indian Ocean, Geraldton is a thriving regional city at the heart of Australia's Coral Coast. With a growing population of over 41,000 people it offers a wide range of services and activities. Geraldton is recognised as one of WA's key growth areas and the opportunities in this regional city are plentiful. You can be part of working with us to deliver the best for our community and this region.
The City of Greater Geraldton actively welcomes, includes and values the unique contributions of all people in its workplace. The City welcomes applications from all age groups, people with a disability, and those from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer with strong commitment to fitness for work and safety in the workplace.
Interested in applying?
To be considered for this vacancy, you must include the following documents in your application:
- A completedApplication Form(to enable the E-Form, save the document to your computer desktop)
- A current resume
- A document (no more than two A4 pages) addressing each of the below items:
- An understanding of the issues related to development in regional Western Australia (especially in the Mid-West region), as well as sound knowledge and appreciation of relevant development legislation within Western Australia;
- Comprehensive written, verbal and interpersonal skills for negotiation and communication with customers and the public, with a commitment to high standards of customer service
- Comprehensive analytical, investigative and problem solving skills.
