Senior Building and Development Compliance Officer

Senior Building and Development Compliance Officer Apply for the Senior Building and Development Compliance Officer role at Liverpool City Council . At Liverpool City Council we’re embarking on critical growth projects for our city. For planning professionals with experience and purpose this is a unique opportunity to be part of a team that’s building a city that will set new standards for excellence. The position provides strategic leadership, guidance, and support to the Civic Place Management team to achieve best practice management and operation of Council’s facilities, including properties, buildings, grounds, and associated infrastructure assets. The goal is to ensure ongoing provision of satisfactory levels of service to all occupiers and end users. Job Details Permanent Full‑time position • 35 hours • 5 days per week • Salary $113,139.40–$123,971.84 + Council lease back vehicle +12% super • Location: Liverpool. Job Description This is a great opportunity for an experienced professional to contribute to the development and growth of the compliance investigations team. Undertake complex compliance investigations with a high level of customer and solutions focus. Investigate, enforce, and resolve unlawful building and development activities. Enforce conditions of development consent by ensuring applicants, owners, builders and developers comply with the terms of their consent. Issue appropriate directions, notices, and orders to regulate activity and investigate and resolve customer complaints in a timely and expedient manner. Work autonomously with minimal supervision while collaborating across the team and with key stakeholders. About You Degree, Graduate Diploma or Diploma in Building, Engineering, Construction field or equivalent. Current Class C NSW Driver’s Licence. WHS White Card. Demonstrated experience in building and development compliance and dealing with unauthorised building work. High‑level judgement and issue management skills. Excellent knowledge of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 and Local Government Act 1993 and other relevant legislation. Excellent knowledge of the framework of development assessment and enforcement in NSW or similar jurisdiction. Ability to interpret relevant legislation and policies, including environmental planning instruments, and to make appropriate decisions bearing in mind the legislative requirements. Benefits Salary within the specified range based on skills and experience. Flexible work options, including flexitime and hybrid working arrangements. Access to 2 health and wellbeing days per year. Be part of a passionate, energetic, and supportive multi‑disciplinary team. Great office location in the heart of the Liverpool CBD, close to public transport and with subsidised parking available. Professional development opportunities, including training courses and study assistance for further education. Liverpool City Council is committed to providing a working environment that supports all employees to reach their full potential. To be eligible to apply for permanent positions at Liverpool City Council, you must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including First Nation people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council. All successful candidates will be required to obtain a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process and may be required to undergo a pre‑employment medical check. How to Apply Please click the 'Apply' button above. Applicants must submit a covering letter, current resume and responses to the selection/essential criteria questions which will be shown once you commence your application. Click here for a copy of the position description. CLOSING: 23/11/2025 For further information about the position please contact Samata Billa, Talent Acquisition Partner at . #J-18808-Ljbffr