Development Compliance Officer jobs in Western Australia

Position No: 074/2026
Work Type: Permanent - Full Time

• Permanent Full-Time
• Level 4 | *Salary: $84,445 - $90,798, or Level 5 | *Salary $93,410 - $99,503 dependent on skills/experience plus superannuation
• Flexible working hours including 9-day fortnight, 19-day month options
• Vacancy 074/2026

The opportunity

We are in the market for an experienced and qualified Development Compliance Officer. You are passionate about your profession and enjoy the rewards of a good challenge. This full-time Level 4/5 position attracts a salary range of $84,445 - $99,503 gross per annum dependent on qualifications and experience.

As a Development Compliance Officer, you will be responsible for:

• Working in a pro-active manner as part of a high-performance team to deliver effective compliance outcomes.
• Undertaking inspections of swimming pool safety barriers on private properties to ensure the City meets legislated obligations specified by the WA Building Regulations.
• Undertaking inspections of properties to ensure that development within the City complies with relevant legislation, policy and operating procedures, including gathering of evidence to support any necessary legal action.
• Issue infringements in respect to non-compliance with planning and building legislation and the City’s Local Laws, such as swimming pool barriers and construction site litter.
• Working with all stakeholders, internal and external, in a constructive, conciliatory manner to effectively deliver good governance, quality outcomes and exemplary customer service.
• Assisting in building awareness, promoting the function of the team and advising other officers across the organisation in respect to the responsibilities and scope of the Development Compliance Team.

To be successful in this role, you will need to have:

• Commenced studies towards qualifications in a Planning, Building Surveying, Government - Statutory Investigations and Enforcement or equivalent qualification in a relevant field.
• Previous compliance related industry experience preferably involving pool barrier inspections.
• Hold a current unrestricted “C-A” (Automatic) or “C-B” (Manual) class national drivers’ licence.
• A police clearance certificate (less than 3 months old).
• Experience in interpretation, administration and application of local government legislation.
• Knowledge of planning, building surveying and environmental planning processes.
• Experience with legal processes.
• Educational approach to achieving compliance outcomes, enforcement where applicable.
• Experience and knowledge of the development and building industries.
• Excellent conflict resolution skills.
• Well-developed evidence collection skills.
• Effective time management and organisational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal skills.

For more information about the role please refer to the position description.

How to apply

Sound exactly like the sort of role for you? Great! To apply please visit our Careers page at www.mandurah.wa.gov.au. Further information can be obtained by calling Stuart Klassen, Coordinator of Building and Compliance on (08) 9550 3726.

Closing date

Applications for this position are open until a suitable pool of candidates is received. This means the vacancy may close without notice. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you apply as soon as possible.

Our commitment

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their background, identity, experience, ability or thinking style. If you need assistance during the application process for accessibility reasons this is available upon request.

We are committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation where protecting children and preventing harm is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees and volunteers.

Additional information

• All applications will be assessed in accordance with merit-based principles. Where an applicant does not fully meet the requirements outlined in the attached position description, including essential qualifications and license, the role may be reclassified, and an alternative remuneration package may be offered, subject to organizational needs in line with the City of Mandurah Industrial Agreement.
• • The salary for this role commences at step 1, with potential for movement within the range based on demonstrated skills and experience. Incremental progression typically occurs at the conclusion of each 12-month period, in accordance with the Industrial Agreement.
• As part of our recruitment process, you will be required to complete a drug and alcohol test.
• This recruitment process may also be used to identify candidates for similar permanent or fixed-term opportunities that arise within the City over the next 12 months — offering you the chance to be considered for future roles that align with your skills and aspirations. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
• To support transparency and integrity, all employees of the City of Mandurah are required to declare any secondary employment to help us manage potential conflicts of interest appropriately.
• To read more about Working at the City of Mandurah please visit our Careers and Employment page.

Casey Mihovilovich
Chief Executive Officer