About Us
At the Shire of Denmark, we foster a values-driven, inclusive and empowering workplace. With an outstanding 99% staff satisfaction rate, we offer more than just employment — providing long-term stability, a supportive environment, and genuine opportunities to grow both professionally and personally.
As a Shire employee, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the running and growth of Denmark, build a rewarding career, and contribute to initiatives that directly benefit the community and enhance local services.
About the Opportunity
This role supports the Shire’s statutory compliance functions through investigation, education, and enforcement activities, with a strong focus on achieving positive community outcomes. You will work with a high level of autonomy while balancing regulatory requirements with practical, solution‑focused approaches.
Reporting to the Manager Development Services, the Compliance Officer undertakes investigations relating primarily to planning, development, building, and related regulatory matters. The role involves responding to community enquiries and complaints, conducting site inspections, gathering evidence, preparing reports, and supporting enforcement actions where required.
You will work collaboratively within a small team and engage with the community in a respectful, professional manner that reflects the Shire’s values.
Key Responsibilities
- Investigate alleged non‑compliance with legislation, local laws, approvals, and Council policies
- Monitor and respond to unauthorised land use and development activities
- Conduct site inspections, interviews, and evidence collection
- Prepare correspondence, reports, and compliance documentation
- Provide clear advice and education to internal and external stakeholders
- Assist the community to understand regulatory requirements and processes
- Liaise with the Shire’s solicitors to support enforcement actions
- Contribute to continuous improvement of compliance processes and systems
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have -
- Experience and/or knowledge in town planning, environmental health, building, regulatory compliance, or a related discipline
- Working knowledge of legislation relevant to local government compliance functions
- Strong investigation, evidence gathering, and problem‑solving skills
- Well‑developed written and verbal communication skills
- Strong interpersonal and conflict‑resolution skills
- The ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic records management systems
- Previous experience in a local government compliance or regulatory environment (desirable)
- Knowledge of planning, development, or construction processes (desirable)
- Experience using SynergySoft or similar local government systems (desirable)
- Current C Class driver’s licence
- Candidates must be willing to complete a pre-employment medical (including drug and alcohol screening) and provide a current National Police Clearance.
The Benefits
- Competitive salary package.
- Additional superannuation matching up to 5%, supporting long-term financial security.
- Salary sacrificing options, including additional superannuation contributions and novated leases.
- Discounted gym membership
- Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Professional development opportunities, including training, mentoring, and ongoing career support
- Long-term career stability in a supportive, empowering Local Government environment.
- Supportive and collaborative team culture
Hours - Part-time 38 hours per fortnight
Salary - $83,000.00 per annum pro-rata
Position Description - Compliance Officer
The Shire welcomes you to apply -
Applications can be submitted via:
Applications are to be received no later than 4.00pm on Friday 15 May 2026.
Please note the Shire reserves the right to commence shortlisting at any stage of the recruitment process and to close this advertisement prior to the nominated closing date.
David King
Chief Executive Officer
PO Box 183, Denmark WA 6333
Telephone: (08) 9848 0300
Email: enquiries@denmark.wa.gov.au Web: www.denmark.wa.gov.au |