Description:
- Permanent Full-Time opportunity available (9 day fortnight)
- Knowledge and understanding of the Local Laws and other relevant legislation, regulations and governing law applicable to this position.
- Certificate IV/Diploma or equivalent in an investigatory, legal, animal management, regulatory or public health discipline.
- Salary LGO 4 ( $79,414 - $85,123 per annum + superannuation) based on skills, qualifications and experience.
Why Choose Us
Townsville City Council is the largest local government authority in Northern Australia. We are committed to creating value by growing Townsville through driving economic diversity and generating an enriching lifestyle.
Our organisation provides and maintains close to $9 billion worth of community assets including water and wastewater network and treatment plants, bridges, drainage, roads, waste management, community facilities, sporting venues and more.
We contribute to an active lifestyle for our residents and visitors through events, providing recreational facilities, protecting the natural environment and heritage, while creating a mentally and physically healthy city.
We are driving economic diversity and cultivating an enriching lifestyle, growing a city for this and future generations by building a vibrant, sustainable and innovative city.
Council’s vision is for Townsville to be a connected, lifestyle driven and innovation focused city while continuing to deliver service excellence and to be led by our community to create an exciting today and future.
Our Vision: A globally connected community driven by lifestyle and nature.
Our Purpose: Grow Townsville
Our Values: Safety, Excellence, Respect, Value, Enjoyment
About the Role
This position plays a key role in undertaking investigations, inspections, and approvals related to state and local laws, including but not limited to public health, safety, environmental health, water usage, abandoned vehicles, overgrown properties, commercial permits, and animal management. This includes enforcing responsible pet ownership, investigating animal nuisance complaints, and ensuring compliance with local animal regulations. The role also involves working collaboratively across Council to champion our purpose of Growing Townsville and delivering the Corporate Plan in consultation with the Townsville community.
About You
Our ideal applicant will have strong investigative skills, including the ability to gather, analyse, and present sustainable evidence for prosecution in court for offences under relevant legislation. This includes preparing legal notices, compiling thorough investigation files, and ensuring procedural compliance.
The role requires well-developed written communication and report-writing skills, with the ability to research, compile, and present accurate and legally sound notices and reports. Additionally, applicants should be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, manage competing priorities, and demonstrate strong computer and time management skills to support efficient investigation handling and administrative tasks.
How to Apply
Your application can be submitted through the 'Apply' button. Please include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages), outlining how your skills, qualifications and experience would allow you to achieve success in this role. We also will require your resume and attached copies of any licences and qualifications as per the key requirements of the role.
For further information review the Position Description.
Closing Date: 11.45pm, Tuesday 11th March 2025.
What We Offer
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Up to 5 weeks annual leave
- Up to 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave
- 14 weeks paid Parental Leave
- Domestic and Family Violence Leave
- Natural Disaster Leave
- Up to *13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members
- Salary Sacrifice opportunities
- Learning and Development opportunities
- Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected gym, pool, and yoga facilities
- Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businesses
- Employee Assistance Program
* The Council contribution to employees' superannuation for contributing employees shall be 13.5% of the employees' ordinary time earnings subject to the employee contributing a minimum of 6% of their ordinary time earnings.
We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected. People from diverse backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged to apply!
All successful candidates are required to undergo drug and alcohol testing as part of the recruitment process. Please be aware Townsville City Council has a ‘zero tolerance’ policy to drugs and alcohol in the workplace.
If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact **************@townsville.qld.gov.au or phone 07 4727 9*** for a confidential discussion.