Compliance Officer

Full job description
Job description
Agency Department of Tourism and Work unit Licensing NT

Hospitality
Job title Compliance Officer Designation Administrative Officer 5
Job type Fulltime Duration Ongoing
Salary $88,297 - $92,687 Location Darwin
Position number 50228 RTF 341211 Closing 24/02/2026
Contact Haydon Cottier on 08 8999 1399 or [email protected]
About the agency https://industry.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=341211

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, including investigations, surveillance and operations across a range of
legislative frameworks administered by the agency, particularly in the racing and wagering portfolios. Adopt a solution
focused approach and undertake community and industry education and awareness as required.

Context statement
The incumbent is required to possess the skills, qualifications, training and experience to be considered for a statutory
appointment as an appointed inspector under the legislation administered by Licensing NT.

Key duties and responsibilities
1. Undertake regulatory and compliance activities, audits and investigations as required.
2. Respond to stakeholder requests, collate and disseminate relevant information, resolving problems and escalating issues

when required.
3. Update and maintain the licensing system and databases for regulatory and performance reporting requirements.
4. Administer and provide advice on relevant legislation, and exercise statutory responsibilities as required.
5. Actively participate in building relationships, sharing information and promoting cooperation across Licensing NT.

Selection criteria
Essential
1. Demonstrated sound analytical judgment, problem solving, investigative and research skills.
2. Demonstrated oral communication and interpersonal skills, including negotiation and conflict resolution skills, and the

ability to interact effectively with various stakeholders.
3. Demonstrated written communication skills, facilitating concise and thorough reports, briefs and correspondence.
4. Demonstrated ability to operate as a team member, as well as independently, and to work under pressure, make sound

judgements and prioritise workload in a busy environment.
5. Ability to interpret and apply legislative frameworks, policies and procedures and exercise statutory responsibilities.
6. Personal integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality, display discretion and tact.

Desirable
1. Comprehensive knowledge of local and national racing and wagering industry issues.
2. Certificate IV in Government Investigations or equivalent.

Further Information
Appointees should be of the highest standard of character and probity. Successful applicants may be required to undergo
a criminal history fingerprint check, the result of which must be satisfactory before appointment can be confirmed. The
successful applicant may be required to work late shifts including undertaking stewarding responsibilities associated with
NT greyhound racing.