Job Description
Department of Customer Service
Reference number
req49867
Occupation
Policy
Work type
Full-Time
Location
Sydney - Greater West
Salary Information
$99,938 - $110,271 + Super
Closing date
17 April 2026 at 10:00am
Assistant Compliance Officer
Grade: Clerk Grade 5/6
Employment Type: Temporary opportunity for up to 10 Months with the possibility of extension or ongoing
Location: Parramatta - Flexible working arrangements may be negotiated.
This role sits within the Building Commission NSW Division in the Compliance team
About the team
Looking for your next career move? Our Compliance team is seeking an Assistant Compliance Officer to join our team. This exciting opportunity offers a unique opportunity to provide high-level support within the compliance space. As a key contributor to the team, you will provide assistance in all aspects of proactive compliance and inspection programs. This position allows for professional growth in a dynamic environment, where attention to detail and effective communication is valued.
Your day-to-day
Undertake field/desk audits and inspections and liaise with stakeholders and/or their representatives to determine liability, generate assessments and/or prepare submissions to recommend course/s of action to ensure compliance with legislation
Prepare correspondence and reports including inspection and audit reports for stakeholders and their representatives to inform and support decision making
Obtain information, negotiate with stakeholders and/or their representatives on a range of audit issues, and compliance matters, to gain audit acceptance and facilitate outcomes
Conduct research and participate in audit and other special project taskforces/teams to contribute to business and organisational outcomes
Maintain currency with established procedures and policy, make recommendations and contribute to the implementation of change to support optimal service delivery
Identify instances of non-compliance matters and gather and provide information and/or evidence for escalation and/or referral to the relevant team to support compliance activities
Make enquiries of various sources including accessing and extracting information from other agency databases to establish compliance with legislation administered by the organisation, and to determine relevant liability
Update and amend various organisational databases, to record enquiries and recommendations to ensure the availability of current information and to support effective business reporting
The roles report to the Manager Building Inspections.
To be successful in this role you will demonstrate:
Certificate IV in Government Investigations (or equivalent experience) or preparedness to undertake an identical or similar employer-sponsored program.
A thorough understanding of or willingness to learn the formal conduct of investigations, evidence gathering and review process.
Current NSW driver’s licence and ability and willingness to travel throughout the state when required.
What we need from you
An up-to-date CV (no more than 5 pages) and a brief cover letter (2 page maximum) outlining how your skills and experience are aligned to the role.
For any recruitment related queries please contact Afrah, Talent Advisor on afrah.ahmedsaied@customerservice.nsw.gov.au
Salary Grade 05/06, with the base salary for this role starting at $99938 base plus superannuation
For enquiries relating to recruitment please contact Afrah Saied via afrah.ahmedsaied@customerservice.nsw.gov.au.
Visit the Capability Application Tool to prepare for the recruitment process by accessing practice application and interview questions based on the focus capabilities listed in the role description.
Closing Date: Friday, 17th April 2026 (09:59am)
Careers at Department of Customer Service
A career at the Department of Customer Service (DCS) gives you the opportunity to help improve government services and be part of reform that benefits people across NSW. We are focused on delivering excellent customer service, digital transformation, and regulatory reform. Come join us and influence the future of our great state.
Belong in our diverse and inclusive workplace
The strength of our workforce lies in its diversity and embracing difference, while the key to our success is leveraging the contributions of employees with different backgrounds and perspectives.
You can view our full diversity and inclusion statement here.
We want you to bring your best self to this application process. If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process (including an alternate format of the application form) please contact afrah.ahmedsaied@customerservice.nsw.gov.au or 02 9494 8351.
For more information, please visit
Information on some of the different types of disabilities
Information on adjustments available for the recruitment process
Reference number
req49867
Occupation
Policy
Work type
Full-Time
Location
Sydney - Greater West
Salary Information
$99,938 - $110,271 + Super
Closing date
17 April 2026 at 10:00am
Assistant Compliance Officer
Grade: Clerk Grade 5/6
Employment Type: Temporary opportunity for up to 10 Months with the possibility of extension or ongoing
Location: Parramatta - Flexible working arrangements may be negotiated.
This role sits within the Building Commission NSW Division in the Compliance team
About the team
Looking for your next career move? Our Compliance team is seeking an Assistant Compliance Officer to join our team. This exciting opportunity offers a unique opportunity to provide high-level support within the compliance space. As a key contributor to the team, you will provide assistance in all aspects of proactive compliance and inspection programs. This position allows for professional growth in a dynamic environment, where attention to detail and effective communication is valued.
Your day-to-day
Undertake field/desk audits and inspections and liaise with stakeholders and/or their representatives to determine liability, generate assessments and/or prepare submissions to recommend course/s of action to ensure compliance with legislation
Prepare correspondence and reports including inspection and audit reports for stakeholders and their representatives to inform and support decision making
Obtain information, negotiate with stakeholders and/or their representatives on a range of audit issues, and compliance matters, to gain audit acceptance and facilitate outcomes
Conduct research and participate in audit and other special project taskforces/teams to contribute to business and organisational outcomes
Maintain currency with established procedures and policy, make recommendations and contribute to the implementation of change to support optimal service delivery
Identify instances of non-compliance matters and gather and provide information and/or evidence for escalation and/or referral to the relevant team to support compliance activities
Make enquiries of various sources including accessing and extracting information from other agency databases to establish compliance with legislation administered by the organisation, and to determine relevant liability
Update and amend various organisational databases, to record enquiries and recommendations to ensure the availability of current information and to support effective business reporting
The roles report to the Manager Building Inspections.
To be successful in this role you will demonstrate:
Certificate IV in Government Investigations (or equivalent experience) or preparedness to undertake an identical or similar employer-sponsored program.
A thorough understanding of or willingness to learn the formal conduct of investigations, evidence gathering and review process.
Current NSW driver’s licence and ability and willingness to travel throughout the state when required.
What we need from you
An up-to-date CV (no more than 5 pages) and a brief cover letter (2 page maximum) outlining how your skills and experience are aligned to the role.
For any recruitment related queries please contact Afrah, Talent Advisor on afrah.ahmedsaied@customerservice.nsw.gov.au
Salary Grade 05/06, with the base salary for this role starting at $99938 base plus superannuation
For enquiries relating to recruitment please contact Afrah Saied via afrah.ahmedsaied@customerservice.nsw.gov.au.
Visit the Capability Application Tool to prepare for the recruitment process by accessing practice application and interview questions based on the focus capabilities listed in the role description.
Closing Date: Friday, 17th April 2026 (09:59am)
Careers at Department of Customer Service
A career at the Department of Customer Service (DCS) gives you the opportunity to help improve government services and be part of reform that benefits people across NSW. We are focused on delivering excellent customer service, digital transformation, and regulatory reform. Come join us and influence the future of our great state.
Belong in our diverse and inclusive workplace
The strength of our workforce lies in its diversity and embracing difference, while the key to our success is leveraging the contributions of employees with different backgrounds and perspectives.
You can view our full diversity and inclusion statement here.
We want you to bring your best self to this application process. If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process (including an alternate format of the application form) please contact afrah.ahmedsaied@customerservice.nsw.gov.au or 02 9494 8351.
For more information, please visit
Information on some of the different types of disabilities
Information on adjustments available for the recruitment process
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Assistant Compliance Officer position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Sydney offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.