Compliance Officer

Ongoing Full Time, 35 hours per week Primary Work Location: Office location in Southern NSW upon negotiation and availability, including Tumut, Batemans Bay, Queanbeyan or Eden offices. Regulatory Officer Grade 4 – Salary from $106,182 up to $109,166 per annum (FTE) plus super and leave loading About the Role As a Compliance Officer, you will support voluntary compliance with hunting legislation across the southern part of NSW. You will plan and undertake compliance operations, conduct investigations, gather evidence and provide clear advice to hunters, stakeholders and members of the public. The role also involves working with NSW Police, public land managers and other agencies to support safe, lawful and responsible hunting practices. You will work with a reasonable level of independence, manage competing priorities and use a range of systems to record operational activity, investigation outcomes and reporting information. About You As our ideal candidate, you will have: Knowledge of hunting legislation and risk-based regulatory compliance Experience in investigations, evidence gathering and accurate record keeping Sound judgement when making decisions in field-based compliance settings Clear communication skills and the ability to explain regulatory requirements The ability to manage competing priorities and work with limited supervision Confidence using technology and systems to record operational outcomes A current driver’s licence and willingness to travel regularly across southern NSW. Applications close: Wednesday, 12 August 2026 at 11:55pm AEST. Diversity, equity and inclusion are central to the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive, reflecting the rich diversity of the communities we serve. We actively encourage individuals of all backgrounds – including but not limited to; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural heritage, disability, religion and sexual orientation to apply. We strive to ensure that every stage of the recruitment process and overall employee experience is accessible, welcoming and free from barriers. Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team. About Us Together, we are DPIRD The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and develops primary industries and regional economies. Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries, and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils, minerals, waterways and oceans, vegetation and forests. The department brings together: Local Land Services NSW Resources Agriculture and Biosecurity Fisheries and Forestry Regional Development and Delivery. With the majority of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve. Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team. Additional Information The successful applicant in this role may be required to undergo a police check, health assessment and other assessments as required. A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months. DPIRD is committed to providing an inclusive candidate experience and through the Disability Confident Recruiter program, identify and remove unintended barriers for candidates. #J-18808-Ljbffr