Technical Officer - Development and Compliance
Job No:
0340526
Location:
Kingston
Position: Technical Officer
Position Number: 000034
Employment Status: Ongoing full-time
Department: Development Compliance
Kingborough Council is seeking an experienced and motivated individual to join their Development Compliance Unit. The position works within a professional team responsible for the effective delivery of the Land Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993 (LUPAA) and Building Act 2016 permit authority compliance functions in accordance with Council protocols and occupational licensing requirements.
The position is responsible for effective and efficient administrative and technical support across the Department. This includes but is not limited to: processing section 337 certificates and managing post-approval planning documentation, while maintaining accurate records across building, plumbing and planning systems.
The role includes conducting routine strata compliance inspections, assisting with customer enquiries, and supporting task prioritisation within the team. You'll also collaborate with administrative and technical staff, ensuring all documentation is accurately recorded and aligned with council requirements and systems.
To be successful, you will be well-organised and have experience in providing high-level customer service. You will also require the ability to attain a Certificate IV in Government Investigations within the first 12 months.
Further details:
The role is full-time and offers a commencement salary in the range of $76,277 - $82,148 per annum, plus 12.5% employer superannuation contribution. For more information, please contact Mary Magee, Coordinator Building and Plumbing on (03) 6211 8200.
How to apply:
- Before you begin, please read the Position Description including the Key Selection Criteria. Please see our Applicant’s Guide to further assist you with applying.
- Applications must be submitted via the online form on Council’s website. You can save your application as you progress.
- Employment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks, which may include the following:
- National Police check,
- Right to Work in Australia check,
- Reference checks,
- Health assessment including drug and alcohol testing,
Applications close on Sunday, 17 May 2026.
The Child and Youth Safe Organisations Framework is in place across Kingborough Council, safeguarding children and young people accessing our services and facilities. Your commitment to this framework is essential to improving the way we work with vulnerable people, by implementing strategies and actions to promote child safety and wellbeing and prevent harm to children and young people. Kingborough Council incorporates Tasmania’s Child and Youth Safe Standards in its recruitment process, ensuring the safety and well-being of children and young people in our community.
