Compliance Officer - Region wide

• Permanent opportunity, based in any of our Auckland Region offices 
• Exciting changes, high profile plans and developments
• Mix of field & office based, multi-disciplinary focus

He angitūtanga: The opportunity 

You will be the frontline in protecting our environment and community. This field-based regional role provides a multi-disciplinary compliance response service covering investigations, resolutions of breaches, remediation activities and enforcement action in relation to Resource Management Act, Building Act, and relevant Bylaws. Your skills in investigation, planning, assessment, and review will be key in assisting to find and implement long term solutions to issues that are present across the Auckland region, whilst working with our customers to achieve compliance and positive outcomes for Auckland. The role may also involve working on small to large scale projects that have a regional focus, with a view to undertaking an educational up to enforcement approach. You will also work with internal and external stakeholders on a regular basis.

This role may involve working after hours from time to time. This is a full-time position, working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday with on-call work as required. 

He kōrero mōu: About you

Being the 'face' of Auckland Council in many situations, your professionalism and ability to mediate, negotiate and diffuse conflict should be second to none. Verbal and written communication skills are key to these roles.  As there is a lot of interaction, you will also need to have highly developed interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate and deal with a range of people. A natural problem solver, you will demonstrate ability to understand what is required to build relationships and resolve conflict through negotiation.

This would suit individuals with building, compliance, law enforcement or investigation experience.  You are strong team player, able to demonstrate a solid understanding of relevant legislations as well as the ability to effectively translate requirements to customers.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

Auckland Council is the largest local government council across Oceania, serving over 1.7 million people and contributing towards making Tāmaki Makaurau an Auckland we can all be proud of.
 
We offer a range of employee benefits and proudly support flexible working options where possible. 

View a snapshot of some of our employee benefits HERE.

Help us make a difference to Tāmaki Makaurau.
 
Me Tono Ināianei! Apply Now!

Salary range: $73,000 to $86,000 per annum
Applications close: 25 August 2025

Find a copy of the position description here: https://bit.ly/4anwuNy

A current full NZ drivers license is essential

Notes:

1. We appreciate your interest in this role. If you have applied within the past three months, we will not require you to apply again.
2. If you are a Temp under Agency, please apply via the Auckland Council external website. 
3. If you have any support or access requirements, please advise us when submitting your application so we can assist you.

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The role is deemed safety-sensitive and will require a pre-employment drug and alcohol test prior to offer. A current full clean driver's license is essential and if successful you will be warranted by Auckland Council allowing you to enter premises and inspect breaches or offences.

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.