Planning Compliance Officer

Permanent part-time role (0.8 FTE) working 30.4 hours across 4-5 days per week.Salary Classification MOA5Salary Range $99,365.02 - $103,663.17 (pro rata) + 11.5% superannuationWorking within a highly supportive, engaged, and professional teamAbout usThe City of Unley is a vibrant and dynamic local council that provides a range of valued and diverse services to the surrounding community. Based on the city fringe, less than 4 kilometres from the Adelaide CBD, the Council engages with their community across local business initiatives, community events, arts, environmental sustainability, community services and volunteering programs.We are passionate leaders in many fields and believe that what we do makes a positive difference to our community.About the roleThe Planning Compliance Officer role is responsible for providing high level customer focused compliance services and ensuring all development work undertaken within the City of Unley is completed in accordance with relevant development approvals, related legislation and community expectations. Working as part of the Development and Regulatory Team the role offers a level of autonomy and self-direction with guidance and support from related development services teams.The role is primarily focused on investigation and enforcement of alleged breaches of the Planning, Development, and Infrastructure Act 2016 and Local Nuisance and Litter Control Act 2016. Compliance investigations of the role are varied and include working with residents and community to address minor development concerns to undertaking formal enforcement actions and resolution of complex development breaches.About youTo succeed in this role, you will have:Relevant tertiary qualifications in either building, planning, law or related disciplines and/or extensive experience relevant to the position.Demonstrated experience in engaging with key stakeholders at all levels.Experience in undertaking compliance investigations and enforcement processes.A sound understanding of the role of Local Government in development service delivery.A detailed working knowledge of the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016, Local Nuisance and Litter Control Act 2016, Local Government Act 1999 and related legislation, policies and procedures.The Unley Employee ExperienceWe recognise, the need to create an employee that enables the organisation’s talent to thrive and provide innovative and outstanding services to our community.  We provide a flexible, supportive, and inclusive environment that encourages professional development.  Some of our outstanding conditions of employment and benefits are designed to attract and retain the best people. As a member of our team, you will benefit from:supportive, flexible work environment with work / life balancecompetitive salary and conditionsongoing support for your development and further educationcomplimentary access to Journey Insurance and Income Protection Fundholistic health and wellbeing programs More informationAll enquiries and applications will remain private and confidential. Position specific enquires can be directed to Grant Birss, Team Leader Building and Health at gbirss@unley.sa.gov.au  or on 8372 5111Applications should include a Cover Letter and Resume expressing the skills, experience, and qualities you can bring to this position.Applications close 10:00pm Thursday 7th November 2024 Pre-employment requirements: The position is subject to satisfactorily meeting the following employment requirements:General Employment Probity CheckPre-employment medical including Drug and Alcohol screeningEveryone Belongs at UnleyAs part of our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, this role is open to candidates seeking workplace flexibility. We invite candidates of all ages and culturally diverse backgrounds including people living with a disability and First Nations People to apply.We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier free recruitment process and a supportive workplace. Please refer to the Manager’s contact details above for any support you need along the way.Position Description - Planning Compliance Officer AUD Unley 5061

Planning Compliance Officer

  • Permanent part-time role (0.8 FTE) working 30.4 hours across 4-5 days per week.
  • Salary Classification MOA5
  • Salary Range $99,365.02 - $103,663.17 (pro rata) + 11.5% superannuation
  • Working within a highly supportive, engaged, and professional team

About us

The City of Unley is a vibrant and dynamic local council that provides a range of valued and diverse services to the surrounding community. Based on the city fringe, less than 4 kilometres from the Adelaide CBD, the Council engages with their community across local business initiatives, community events, arts, environmental sustainability, community services and volunteering programs.

We are passionate leaders in many fields and believe that what we do makes a positive difference to our community.

About the role

The Planning Compliance Officer role is responsible for providing high level customer focused compliance services and ensuring all development work undertaken within the City of Unley is completed in accordance with relevant development approvals, related legislation and community expectations. Working as part of the Development and Regulatory Team the role offers a level of autonomy and self-direction with guidance and support from related development services teams.

The role is primarily focused on investigation and enforcement of alleged breaches of the Planning, Development, and Infrastructure Act 2016 and Local Nuisance and Litter Control Act 2016. Compliance investigations of the role are varied and include working with residents and community to address minor development concerns to undertaking formal enforcement actions and resolution of complex development breaches.

About you

To succeed in this role, you will have:

  • Relevant tertiary qualifications in either building, planning, law or related disciplines and/or extensive experience relevant to the position.
  • Demonstrated experience in engaging with key stakeholders at all levels.
  • Experience in undertaking compliance investigations and enforcement processes.
  • A sound understanding of the role of Local Government in development service delivery.
  • A detailed working knowledge of the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016, Local Nuisance and Litter Control Act 2016, Local Government Act 1999 and related legislation, policies and procedures.

The Unley Employee Experience

We recognise, the need to create an employee that enables the organisation’s talent to thrive and provide innovative and outstanding services to our community.  We provide a flexible, supportive, and inclusive environment that encourages professional development.  Some of our outstanding conditions of employment and benefits are designed to attract and retain the best people. As a member of our team, you will benefit from:

  • supportive, flexible work environment with work / life balance
  • competitive salary and conditions
  • ongoing support for your development and further education
  • complimentary access to Journey Insurance and Income Protection Fund
  • holistic health and wellbeing programs

 More information

All enquiries and applications will remain private and confidential. Position specific enquires can be directed to Grant Birss, Team Leader Building and Health at gbirss@unley.sa.gov.au  or on 8372 5111

Applications should include a Cover Letter and Resume expressing the skills, experience, and qualities you can bring to this position.

Applications close 10:00pm Thursday 7th November 2024

Pre-employment requirements:

The position is subject to satisfactorily meeting the following employment requirements:

  • General Employment Probity Check
  • Pre-employment medical including Drug and Alcohol screening

Everyone Belongs at Unley

As part of our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, this role is open to candidates seeking workplace flexibility. We invite candidates of all ages and culturally diverse backgrounds including people living with a disability and First Nations People to apply.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier free recruitment process and a supportive workplace. Please refer to the Manager’s contact details above for any support you need along the way.

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