Senior Compliance Officer

Senior
Compliance Officer - OC Audit, Building Compliance - Building
Commission NSW

Grade: Clerk Grade 9/10
Salary range: $129,464 - $142,665 + superannuation and leave loading
Duration: Ongoing, full time
Location: Hybrid arrangement, Parramatta office attendance 2–3 days per
week.

About the Building Commission NSW

• The
  new Building Commission NSW has been established after the NSW Government
  recognised the substantial progress made by Fair Trading and the Office of
  the Building Commissioner in delivering once-in-a-generation reforms of
  the building and construction industry. The new commission will not only
  be the industry regulator, but also a collaborator with consumers and
  industry to ensure standards, capabilities, capacity and resilience
  continue to be lifted across the sector to deliver quality homes and meet
  the state's housing targets.
  
• The
  Building Commission NSW is an outstanding place to work due to its
  commitment to innovation, collaboration and professional development. With
  a focus on transparency and accountability, the commission cultivates a
  culture if integrity and responsibility.
  
• Those
  who join the organisation can be confident in contributing to meaningful
  work that positively impacts the built environment and the greater
  community, making it an exciting and fulfilling place to build a career.
  

This
is a fantastic opportunity to join the next phase of the Building Commission
within NSW. 

Are you an experienced building
professional or practitioner who wants to help improve the quality and
standards of building work in NSW?

Do you want to play a key role in
delivering the NSW Government's 'Construct NSW' building reform program?

If you answered yes, then this is a great opportunity for you. Don't delay,
submit your application today to start your journey to becoming a Senior
Compliance Officer.

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen
within the OC Audit, Building Compliance team. The Building Compliance team is
responsible for proactive compliance, inspections and audits of Class 1, 2, 3
and 9C buildings in NSW. The team also investigates complaints and referrals
relating to non-compliant building work, issues rectification orders under
various Acts (pre or post occupation).

This role will offer a unique opportunity to be part of a team that conducts
audits of selected development sites to identify serious building defects and
to deter non-compliance within the NSW residential building industry. By
carrying out this important regulatory function, the team contributes to
improving building standards for the benefit of the people of NSW.

The Role

You will apply your experience and
in-depth knowledge of the Building Code of Australia and other relevant
standards to conduct comprehensive compliance-based audits of Class 2, 3,9C
residential apartment building sites.

Your key responsibilities as a Senior Compliance Officer will include:

• Reviewing
  project documentation and conducting site audit inspections of occupied
  and pre occupied buildings.
  
• Drafting
  reports and other documentation including briefings, presentations and
  Regulatory Orders.
  
• Making
  recommendations regarding any regulatory action that may be required to
  achieve compliance.
  
• Collaborating
  with your colleagues across the team and the Department and assisting in
  bringing awareness and education to the industry.
  
• Effectively
  using technology, reviewing and analysing data and understanding risk.
  

To succeed as a Senior Compliance
Officer, you will:

• Have
  experience and qualifications in a building/construction related
  discipline such as construction, engineering, building surveying,
  architecture or planning.
  
• Be
  technically competent, detail focused and keep interest in multiple
  aspects of BCA.
  
• Work
  effectively as part of a team.
  
• Hold a
  Certificate IV in Government (Investigations) or preparedness to undertake
  an employee sponsored program.
  
• Have
  highly developed communication skills, including the ability to write and
  produce quality reports in a timely manner.
  
• Act
  with the highest degree of integrity and professionalism.
  
• Have
  an ability and willingness to travel across NSW as required.
  
• Be
  committed to safety and enjoy working in a dynamic and outcomes focused
  environment.
  

Experience in one, or more, of the
following fields is essential:

• Structural/Civil/Mechanical
  Services Engineer
  
• Fire
  services specialists/Fire safety engineering/Passive fire safety
  consultation.
  
• Waterproofing
  Specialist
  
• Building
  Surveying/Certification.
  
• Technical
  dispute resolution.
  

To be appointed into a Senior Compliance
Officer role, you will be required to successfully clear and maintain:

• Pre-employment
  checks including a criminal record check, employment reference checks and
  Australian Working Rights check.
  
• Satisfactory
  driving record.
  
• Medical
  capacity screening regarding physical and psychological impacts of the
  inherent duties of the role.
  

To help you learn more about the role:

• Find out more about the NSW Building Commissioner here and the Construct NSW strategy here.
• Click here to view the Residential Apartment Buildings (Compliance and Enforcement Powers) Act 2020.
• Click here to view the Design and Building Practitioners Act 2020.
  

How to apply

An up-to-date
CV (no more than 5 pages) and a brief cover letter (2 page maximum) outlining
how your skills and experience are aligned to the role.

Salary Grade 9/10, with the base salary for this role starting
at $129,464 base plus superannuation

Click Here to access the Role Description. For enquiries relating to recruitment please
contact gabriella Schulzer via

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listed in the role description.

Closing Date: Wednesday 19th November 2025 [9.59am]

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