Coordinator Compliance Services

Based in the beautiful inner western suburbs of Perth, the Town of Cambridge has some of the best natural areas, open spaces, recreation, and sporting facilities in the state. Town of Cambridge staff can effortlessly enjoy attractions such as City Beach, Galup and Bold Park in their lunch break, or after work. Our mission is to maintain and enhance our very liveable suburbs, their streetscapes and character and our vibrant activity centres through strategic, cost-effective management of resources and an enhanced community experience. The Team The Regulatory Services Branch has embarked on a bold new strategic vision and is seeking dynamic, driven individuals to join them on this transformative journey. The Compliance Services Teams’ primary focus is to oversee investigations and enforcement activities associated with relevant legislation, local laws, and Council policies relating to building and development compliance, to ensure services are efficiently and effectively administered in a procedurally fair, accurate, and transparent manner. The Team is also responsible for the ongoing delivery of the Town’s pool barrier inspection program and the review and provision of advice relating to construction management. If you are motivated by growth and excited to help shape a team, this role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to our ongoing transformation. It is ideally suited to someone with experience, who thrives on challenge, is procedurally minded, and committed to delivering excellence. If you are eager to shape and support a team, you are encouraged to apply The Role Join the Town as our new Coordinator Compliance Services where you’ll coordinate the building and development compliance functions of the Compliance Services team. With relevant qualifications or demonstrable experience in a similar field, alongside your proficient ability to interpret and apply legislation relating to building and development compliance, construction management and pool safety, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth and effective resolution of complex investigations and the provision of detailed advice. This challenging but rewarding role offers diverse responsibilities, including conducting investigations, mentoring staff, ensuring key performance indicators are consistently achieved, and managing court proceedings as well as escalated compliance matters. If you are eager to shape and support a team, apply now What we are looking for The successful candidate’s core values will mirror the Town’s values of Friendly and Helpful, Teamwork, Creativity, Integrity, and Respect, and be able to demonstrate the following: Tertiary qualifications in compliance investigation, law, planning or similar, or extensive demonstrated experience in building and development compliance in local government. Highly experienced in the interpretation, administration and enforcement of legislation, local laws, and policies relevant to pool barrier safety, construction management and building and development compliance functions. Ability to coordinate, direct and develop a team to achieve measurable high-level customer service and key performance outcomes. Strong conceptual thinking, problem solving and negotiation skills to liaise with a range of internal and external stakeholders to deliver compliant, appropriate and sustainable outcomes. Highly experienced in the management of complex building, pool barrier and development investigations through the application of knowledge of legislation, including proficient knowledge and experience in criminal and civil court proceedings and evidentiary requirements. Australian working rights (birth certificate, current passport or current visa). National Police Clearance (no older than 3 months). Tertiary qualifications in compliance investigation, law, planning or similar, or extensive demonstrated experience in building and development compliance in local government, are essential for this role. How to apply If you want to help contribute to the Town of Cambridge and make a difference to our community, we would like to hear from you For further information, including detailed positions descriptions, selection criteria, and how to apply for this position please visit the Town of Cambridge Careers page: Closing date: 5pm Monday, 12 January 2026; interviews may be conducted with suitable candidates prior to the closing date. Therefore, the Town reserves the right to close applications prior to the aforementioned date Be careful - Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don\'t transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad. #J-18808-Ljbffr