Development Control Officer

1 week ago

Blacktown City Council, Australia Catholic Education Diocese of Rockhampton Full time

Blacktown is a vibrant city located in the very heart of Greater Sydney, halfway between Sydney City and the Blue Mountains. It is a city of ambition and excitement. With a total of 54 residential suburbs, and population of 435,000 coming from more than 180 different birthplaces, Blacktown City is one of the most diverse communities in Australia.

Working in Blacktown City provides a wealth of professional opportunities. Blacktown City Council is the largest council in New South Wales, 4th largest in Australia and a leader in the development of the western Sydney region. With almost unmatched growth expected over the next 25 years, we are on an exciting journey of transformation to prepare for a population of more than 644,000. There has never been a more exciting time to join one of Sydney's most dynamic and high-performing councils as we continue to deliver outstanding levels of service for our proud and diverse community and prepare our great city for the future.

Blacktown City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

About the opportunity

We are looking for a professional Development Control Officer to join the Development Policy and Regulation team on a permanent full-time basis.

The successful candidate will assist in ensuring the effective delivery of land use and development to protect and enhance the natural and built environment.

In this role, you will perform inspections and evaluate matters associated with existing development and illegal land use, respond to compliance matters, and apply relevant legislation, codes, policies and procedures in a practical context.

Qualifications and experience

  • Experience in town planning, regulatory enforcement or compliance audits and able to demonstrate an understanding and ability to interact with these disciplines
  • Class C driver's licence.
  • Experience in a local government environment and/or a good knowledge of local government functions and operations
  • Tertiary qualifications relevant to the position i.e. Associate Diploma or Diploma qualification.

Remuneration and benefits

The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with Blacktown City Council's Enterprise Agreement.

  • Entry level for this position starts at $1,663.50 per week
  • Leaseback vehicle
  • Opportunity to participate in Council's flextime arrangement
  • Employee benefits such as leave entitlements (where applicable), 11% employer contribution payable to your nominated superannuation fund, Fitness Passport, gym membership discounts, and social clubs.

Our commitment to safety

Blacktown City Council is committed to safety. We have introduced alcohol and other drug testing at the pre-employment phase, and via a series of random and cause testing.

We are a child safe organisation that supports and promotes the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children.

Click here to view or download the position description.

Apply now using our fast and easy-to-use online application process:

  • Have your resume and any other relevant documentation ready to attach.
  • Have a personal email address ready to use and complete your application without 'logging out' of the system.
  • Review the questions and decide on your responses before commencing your application.

    Best of luck.

Closing date: Friday 21 June 2024, 11.59 pm

Contact officer: Jason Roberts on

Internal ref: BCC570

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