Compliance Officer

See more about the role below, including the responsibilities and skills we are looking for.

Compliance Officer

Reference: 6705353 At Hurunui District Council we are driven by a commitment to our community and service excellence. Join our team to support our mission to find the right people in the right place at the right time to provide infrastructure and services that are efficient, effective and appropriate for our community. About the role | Mō Te Tūranga The role of a Compliance Officer in a local government setting is to ensure that people are adhering to the wide range of rules and legislation that are administered by Council. Our initial approach is usually to work collaboratively with people to achieve an amicable outcome. As part of a multi-skilled team, you will be involved in a range of work, including:

1. Investigating and managing compliance with rules and regulations
2. Monitoring of resource consents
3. Assisting our Animal Management Officer
4. Investigating health nuisances

We are looking for a pragmatic team player who can quickly assess a situation and build rapport with people to deliver a favourable outcome for all. The ideal candidate will have:

1. Experience in investigating and responding to complaints across a wide range of disciplines.
2. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
3. Knowledge of District Plans and the Resource Management Act.
4. Ideally, you will hold a G-Reg qualification, although this is not essential.
5. A current full driver's licence.

The Hurunui District is the entrance to the Waipara wine-growing region and our award-winning Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Spa. No parking or traffic hassles, scenic vistas in abundance, flexible employment conditions, and friendly, family-oriented staff to share your work life. For more information about the position description and to apply, go online to & enter ref code: 6705353 or email hr@hurunui.govt.nz. We handle all our recruiting through this website. Please avoid directly contacting any council employee or councillor to submit your application or inquire about employment. If a contact name and email address are provided in the advertisement, they are there to help answer any preliminary questions you might have about the position, the application process, or working at the Hurunui District Council. Please do not send your application to this email address. Our application form is straightforward and should only take a few minutes to complete. However, we recommend preparing your CV and any cover letter (PDF format preferred) before you start. Once you complete the application and hit “Submit,” you’ll receive a confirmation message letting you know we’ve received your application. This completes the application process. We promise to keep you updated on the progress of your application and will contact all candidates as soon as possible, regardless of the outcome. #J-18808-Ljbffr