Job description
Agency Department of Trade, Business and Asian Work unit Associations and Compliance
Relations
Job title Senior Compliance Officer Designation Administrative Officer 6
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing commencing 27/01/2025
Salary $96,620 - $107,721 Location Darwin
Position number 297 RTF Closing 30/09/2025
Contact officer Melanie Hankinson on or
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APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR
TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants– inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates
people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment
process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the
merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures
plans, go to the OCPE website.
Primary objective
Undertake regulatory and compliance activities, and associated administrative functions, across the range of legislative
frameworks administered by the agency throughout the Northern Territory. Support compliance outcomes through a
solution-focused approach, while providing guidance, education and awareness to community and industry.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Apply and administer relevant legislation, exercising statutory powers and responsibilities where delegated.
2. Carry out regulatory and compliance activities under a range of licensing and association laws, in line with the agency's
compliance and enforcement program.
3. Support compliance processes, including monitoring, audits, handling complaints, conducting investigations, and
preparing documentation for possible enforcement or prosecution.
4. Prepare clear and accurate reports, correspondence, and briefings for senior staff and Ministers, as required.
5. Contribute to improving compliance practices and support continuous improvement within the agency.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply legislation, policies and procedures, supported by strong analytical, problem-
solving, investigative and research skills.
2. Well-developed written communication skills, with experience preparing clear and accurate reports, correspondence and
briefing material that support decision-making.
3. Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide advice, negotiate, and work
collaboratively with diverse stakeholders in both government and industry.
4. Proven ability to manage competing priorities, exercise sound judgment, and work effectively both independently and as
part of a team in a busy environment.
5. Experience in delivering customer service with empathy and professionalism, including the ability to understand complex
issues and engage effectively with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Desirable
1. Completion of a Certificate IV in Government (Investigations) is highly desirable.
2. Current Driver's Licence.
3. Qualification in Law, Accounting or Public Administration.
Further information
When choosing to apply for this position, the applicant should consider the full requirements of the position in aligning their
work experience and capabilities to this role.