The Responsibilities, Authorities and Accountabilities (RAA’s) applicable to this position is For specific WHS Responsibilities, Authorities and Accountabilities applicable to this position, refer to the WSH RAA Handbook. The person accepting this position is required to read and comply with the RAA’s applicable to this position. Primary Objective To investigate and monitor unauthorised and non-complying development within the local government area, and enforce various Acts, Regulations, planning controls, conditions of consent and other statutory requirements, as relevant. Key Accountabilities Investigate and monitor unauthorised and non-complying development within the local government area, in response to complaints from the community, customers and staff in relation to unauthorised and development, utilising Council’s Customer Request Management System in accordance with Council’s service level standard. Enforce various Acts, Regulations, planning controls, conditions of consent and other statutory requirements, as relevant. Ensure the Development Services Manager and/or Director Planning & Environment are kept informed of developments in relation to all controversial matters, and provide recommendations in relation to initiating enforcement proceedings and/or legal action. Brief Council’s legal counsel and appear in Court as an expert witness, as required and where instructed by the Development Services Manager. Develop and implement educational programs, and initiatives of a proactive nature in relation to unauthorised and/or non-complying development. Issue penalty infringement notices for relevant breaches of legislation in accordance with the fixed penalty handbook. Where possible and in appropriate circumstances, seek to resolve matters in relation to unauthorised and non-complying development, without resorting to litigation. Provide a responsive level of customer service and convey clear and accurate information to the inquirer. Any other accountabilities or duties as directed by Supervisor/Manager which are within the employee’s skill, competence and training. Position Selection Criteria Essential Tertiary qualifications in Local Government Regulatory Services, Town Planning, Development and Building Compliance and/or demonstrated strong experience in a similar field. Knowledge of appropriate legislation, including the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, Local Government Act 1993, Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997, and associated regulations, and ability to interpret and apply legislation. Experience in carrying out investigations into various non-compliant and unauthorised activities and general enforcement matters, including gathering evidence, conducting interviews, and appearing as an expert witness at the Local Court and/or NSW Land and Environment Court.
The Responsibilities, Authorities and Accountabilities (RAA’s) applicable to this position is For specific WHS Responsibilities, Authorities and Accountabilities applicable to this position, refer to the WSH RAA Handbook. The person accepting this position is required to read and comply with the RAA’s applicable to this position. Primary Objective To investigate and monitor unauthorised and non-complying development within the local government area, and enforce various Acts, Regulations, planning controls, conditions of consent and other statutory requirements, as relevant. Key Accountabilities Investigate and monitor unauthorised and non-complying development within the local government area, in response to complaints from the community, customers and staff in relation to unauthorised and development, utilising Council’s Customer Request Management System in accordance with Council’s service level standard. Enforce various Acts, Regulations, planning controls, conditions of consent and other statutory requirements, as relevant. Ensure the Development Services Manager and/or Director Planning & Environment are kept informed of developments in relation to all controversial matters, and provide recommendations in relation to initiating enforcement proceedings and/or legal action. Brief Council’s legal counsel and appear in Court as an expert witness, as required and where instructed by the Development Services Manager. Develop and implement educational programs, and initiatives of a proactive nature in relation to unauthorised and/or non-complying development. Issue penalty infringement notices for relevant breaches of legislation in accordance with the fixed penalty handbook. Where possible and in appropriate circumstances, seek to resolve matters in relation to unauthorised and non-complying development, without resorting to litigation. Provide a responsive level of customer service and convey clear and accurate information to the inquirer. Any other accountabilities or duties as directed by Supervisor/Manager which are within the employee’s skill, competence and training. Position Selection Criteria Essential Tertiary qualifications in Local Government Regulatory Services, Town Planning, Development and Building Compliance and/or demonstrated strong experience in a similar field. Knowledge of appropriate legislation, including the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, Local Government Act 1993, Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997, and associated regulations, and ability to interpret and apply legislation. Experience in carrying out investigations into various non-compliant and unauthorised activities and general enforcement matters, including gathering evidence, conducting interviews, and appearing as an expert witness at the Local Court and/or NSW Land and Environment Court.
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