Lead Compliance Officer

Tablelands Regional Council

About the position

  • Base salary package from $108,559.29 per annum ($4,175.36 per fortnight)
  • Locality allowances (if eligible)
  • Attractive work/life balance – 72.5 hours per fortnight
  • Flexible working arrangements with RDO incentive
  • 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
  • Attractive superannuation – 12% employer contribution
  • Access to pro-rata long service leave after 7 years’ of service
  • Uniforms & personal protective equipment supplied
  • Hearing checks, flu shots & skin checks (subject to availability)
  • Discounted health insurance available

Who we are looking for

  1. Experience in environmental management and Local Government water and waste compliance (or related role)
  2. Ability to effectively communicate and negotiate outcomes with staff, customers and stakeholders at various levels
  3. Demonstrated capacity to plan and manage multiple tasks/projects with tight timeframes
  4. Knowledge of water, wastewater and solid waste industry practices and other Environmental Relevant Activities and processes
  5. Thorough working knowledge of the Australian Drinking Water Guidelines
  6. Supervisory skills and experience

How to apply

1. Visit the Tablelands Regional Council 'Work with Us' page. 2. Download the Position Description. 3. Complete the ‘Personal Detail’ & 'Question' sections. 4. Attach your current resume and cover letter.

Applications Close: August 20, 2026

Relevant links and additional information

Regional University Study Hub located on the Atherton Tablelands

Charles Dyer - Manager Water & Waste