Local Laws Coordinator

Local Laws Coordinator

Noosa Council values the contribution of our people and is committed to creating a workplace where employees feel supported, respected and empowered to succeed. We celebrate diversity and are proud to foster an inclusive environment that promotes health and wellbeing, work-life balance and meaningful career development.

Join our supportive and progressive organisation and be part of a team delivering on our vision - ‘Noosa Shire - different by nature’

The Opportunity

Lead Noosa Council's Local Laws team in delivering effective compliance, education, and enforcement programs that help protect the community's lifestyle, safety, and amenity. This is a rewarding leadership role where you'll manage complex regulatory matters, provide expert advice, and drive continuous improvement across local law services. Working closely with a broad range of stakeholders, you'll play a key role in balancing community outcomes with legislative requirements. If you're an experienced people leader with a strong regulatory background, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in Noosa.

Vacancy Details

• Position Status - Full-Time
• Employment Type - Permanent
• Department - Development and Regulation
• Branch - Healthy Places and Property
• Classification - Qld LGIA (Stream A) - State 2017, Division 2, Section 1 - Administrative, Clerical, Technical, Professional, Community Service, Supervisory and Managerial Services
• Position Remuneration - LGOA Level 7
• $121,071 Base annual salary
• $137,425 Total Remuneration Package which is based on a full-time employee and inclusive of 12% Employer superannuation and 17.5% annual leave loading.
• Location - Tewantin Administration Office
• Advertised - Internally and externally
• Closing Date - 11.59pm (AEST) Wednesday 9 September 2026 

About You

You are an experienced regulatory leader with a strong understanding of local laws, compliance, and enforcement. A confident communicator, you can navigate complex and sensitive matters while delivering practical, community-focused outcomes. You thrive in a leadership role, empowering teams to perform at their best and fostering a culture of accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement. Most importantly, you are committed to protecting and enhancing the lifestyle, safety, and amenity that make Noosa unique.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support the Local Laws team to deliver high-quality compliance, investigation, and enforcement services
• Oversee the administration and enforcement of local laws and relevant legislation, ensuring consistent and legally sound outcomes
• Build strong relationships with the community, government agencies, and internal stakeholders to resolve issues and promote voluntary compliance
• Drive continuous improvement, manage team performance and resources, and contribute to the development of local laws, policies, and service delivery initiatives

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience leading, motivating and developing teams within a regulatory, compliance, enforcement, or operational environment
• Experience managing team performance, workforce planning, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery and achieve operational outcomes
• Sound understanding of legislative and regulatory requirements, with the ability to interpret and apply laws, policies, and procedures in a practical and consistent manner
• Experience managing complex compliance matters, investigations, and enforcement activities, including the preparation of professional reports, correspondence, and documentation
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build productive relationships and effectively manage challenging conversations and community concerns
• Well-developed analytical, organisational, and decision-making skills, with experience managing budgets, resources, and competing priorities in a dynamic environment

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Regulatory Compliance, Public Administration, Business, Law, Local Government, or a related field. 
• Current Queensland ‘C’ Class Driver Licence.
• Project Management and/or regulatory investigations qualification (e.g. Diploma of Government Investigations) (desirable)

Work where others Holiday. Be part of something Different.

At Noosa Council, being Different by Nature is more than our location, it reflects how we work, how we support our people, and how we serve our community. We are committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive, respectful and supportive, where diversity is valued and equal opportunity underpins our recruitment, development and career opportunities.

Our people play an important role in protecting Noosa’s unique natural environment while delivering services that support a thriving and sustainable community. Through our Certified Agreement 2025 and broader workforce initiatives, we have made a strategic investment in our employees to provide financial security, modern flexibility and meaningful wellbeing support throughout their careers.

Financial Security and Stability

• Guaranteed salary increase as part of the Certified Agreement, delivering 14.5% increase over 3 years or CPI (whichever is greater)
• 12% employer superannuation contributions
• 17.5% annual leave loading

Flexible Work and Work-Life Balance

• Modern flex-time framework allowing employees to adjust working hours and bank time
• Ability to structure work patterns to support family, personal and professional commitments
• Right to Disconnect provisions, supporting clear boundaries between work and personal time

Health, Wellbeing and Support

• 5 days Wellbeing Leave supporting mental health and personal wellbeing
• 5 days Reproductive Health Leave supporting preventative care, treatment and reproductive health needs
• 20 days Domestic and Family Violence Leave
• Employee Assistance Program for confidential professional support
• Workplace wellness initiatives and wellbeing programs
• Discounted access to Council facilities
• Annual flu vaccination program/annual skin checks

Family and Community Support

• 12 weeks paid parental leave for primary caregivers
• 2 weeks paid partner leave for secondary caregivers
• Access to carers leave to support family responsibilities

Career Development and Opportunity

• Training, mentoring and professional development opportunities
• Internal career mobility and secondment opportunities
• Opportunities to broaden experience through Council projects and initiatives.
• The ability to contribute to meaningful work that supports the long-term sustainability of the Noosa community

About Us 

Noosa Council is located at the northern end of the Sunshine Coast in Queensland. Covering an area of 872 square km. Noosa has a proud history of preserving its natural environment and is recognised by UNESCO as a Biosphere Reserve. The region offers a unique mix of stunning beaches, national parks, lakes and lush hinterland, which makes it one of the greatest places in Australia to live and work.

Further Questions

Please contact Clint Irwin, Healthy Places and Property Manager, on (07) •••• •356 for any further information.
 

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