Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies.
* Play a vital role in ensuring best-practice environmental management and regulatory compliance across state significant infrastructure and development projects.
* Ongoing full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity.
* Temporary full time (35 hours per week) up to June 2027 opportunity.
* Dubbo and Orange preferred location; other locations within Central West in NSW may be considered with flexible working supported as per the Department's Flexible Working Policy.
* Planning Officer (Professional) Level 2 – Salary relative to experience and ranges from $138,539 to $148,283 super.
What's in it for me
Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments and prioritise work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected and empowered to succeed.
The role
As a Senior Compliance Officer you'll have the opportunity to work on State Significant Projects across NSW, directly contributing to regulatory oversight and environmental governance within the Department of Planning Housing & Infrastructure (NSW Planning). In this dynamic role you'll engage with complex compliance matters, ensuring best practices are followed while collaborating with key stakeholders to achieve optimal project outcomes.
You'll be part of a high-performing team where your ability to stay ahead of evolving legislation, manage multiple priorities and navigate a fast-paced high-volume environment will be valued. This role offers the chance to make a real impact, support sustainable development and grow your expertise in compliance policy and regulatory affairs. If you're looking for a challenging yet rewarding career, this position will provide professional development, meaningful work and an opportunity to shape New South Wales planning and infrastructure landscape.
What you will bring to the role
* Strong investigative skills to conduct high-quality regulatory investigations into alleged breaches across State Significant infrastructure and development projects, including roads, rail, mines, quarries, housing and energy developments.
* Attention to detail and technical expertise to undertake inspections of complex projects ensuring compliance with approval conditions and enforcing regulatory action when necessary.
* Analytical and reporting abilities to review monitoring reports and other compliance documentation submitted by proponents in accordance with consent conditions.
* Stakeholder engagement skills to collaborate effectively with government agencies, industry proponents, environmental groups and the community fostering positive compliance outcomes.
* Problem‐solving and responsiveness to address complaints related to State Significant projects, providing clear and effective resolutions while upholding regulatory standards.
* Ability to navigate high‐profile projects, enforce compliance measures and work across diverse sectors, making a tangible impact in ensuring best‐practice environmental management and regulatory integrity across NSW.
Essential requirements
* Degree in law, planning, environmental management, engineering or other relevant discipline.
* Willingness to travel and minimum Class C Driver's licence.
About us
The Department of Planning Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. We create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage land assets and property effectively; and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high‐performing world‐class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities.
We are an inclusive and accessible workplace where your individual contributions are valued and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.
Join us
If excited by the information above we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.
Applications close Sunday 01 March 2026 (11:55 PM)
Should you require further information about the role please contact Ben Harrison on email or mobile.
We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills and potential. Contact the Talent Team at (02) – HR Support option 2 or DPHI People Advisory option 1 and reference "Request an Adjustment – Job Title and Reference Number".
Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working visa for the duration of the appointment.
Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career Pathways team for support.
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