Job Description
Department of Customer Service
Reference number
req49592
Occupation
Policy
Work type
Full-Time
Location
Sydney - Greater West
Salary Information
$129,464 - $142,665 +Super
Closing date
23 March 2026 at 10:00am
Principal Disciplinary Officer
Grade: Clerk Grade 9/10
Employment Type: Temporary to 31 December 2026 (with potential opportunity to convert to ongoing - a talent pool may be created out of this recruitment activity)
Location: Parramatta (Hybrid)
This role sits within the NSW Building Commission Division in the Disciplinary Proceedings team
About the team
This is an opportunity for an experienced lawyer (ideally 5+ PQE) who is keen to continue or develop their career in administrative law, criminal law or complex disputes. The role will oversee and determine less complex, and assist more senior delegates in the conduct of more complex, Disciplinary Proceedings for Building Commission NSW under various statutory licencing and registration schemes.
The Building Commission NSW is an outstanding place to work; committed to innovation, collaboration and professional development. With a focus on transparency and accountability, the Commission cultivates a culture of integrity and responsibility.
Those who join the organisation can be confident in contributing to meaningful work that positively impacts the built environment and the greater community, making it an exciting and fulfilling place to build a career.
Principal Officers and Presiding Officers are delegates of the Secretary who oversee and determine Disciplinary Proceedings for Building Commission NSW. Disciplinary Proceedings consider a wide range of professional misconduct allegations against licenced tradespeople, building companies, engineers and registered certifiers. Delegates may impose a range of actions and penalties after finding a person has engaged in misconduct including:
Impose monetary penalties up to $220,000,
Implement simple/complex licence conditions;
Whether to suspend or cancel building licences of both small and large licenced or registered entities
The Principal Officers oversee and determine less complex, and assist Presiding Officers in more complex, Disciplinary Proceedings which are similar to those conducted by NSW Civil and Administrative Decisions Tribunal.
The delegates are assisted by Senior Associates, Associates and other Registry staff.
This role will suit an experienced lawyer (ideally 5+PQE) who has extensive administrative law, criminal law and/or litigation/disputes experience. The person should also have an interest in criminal/consumer/regulatory law and practice, demonstrate exceptional skills in statutory and factual analysis, and have a strong ability to respond to and deal with complex submissions.
Your day-to-day
Review and consider complex referred briefs of evidence concerning misconduct
Draft notices to show cause with respect to complex misconduct under licencing and registration schemes
Consider complex submissions and responsive evidence and research and resolve difficult legal and factual contentions
Draft clear and precise written reasons for decisions for consideration by more senior delegates
Supervise Senior Associates and other Registry staff in carrying out other functions involved in conduct of disciplinary proceedings
Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders including investigators, inspectors, and solicitors, as well as external stakeholders, including barristers, police, traders and consumers
Other project work as required
Undertake and contribute to, supervision, training and development of more junior staff in the team
To be successful in this role you will demonstrate:
You must be a lawyer with at least 5+ years PQE or have extensive relevant regulatory decision-making experience, and the ability to resolve highly complex legal and factual contentions
You must have exceptional analytical and written drafting skill
You must have exceptional communication skills and the ability to express complex issues in a concise and logical manner
What we need from you
An up-to-date CV and a brief cover letter (2 page maximum) outlining how your skills and experience are aligned to the role.
For recruitment related queries please contact Talent Advisor, Afrah via afrah.ahmedsaied@custmerservice.nsw.gov.au
Salary Grade 09/10, with the base salary for this role starting at $129464 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: Monday, 23rd March 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
req49592
Occupation
Policy
Work type
Full-Time
Location
Sydney - Greater West
Salary Information
$129,464 - $142,665 +Super
Closing date
23 March 2026 at 10:00am
Principal Disciplinary Officer
Grade: Clerk Grade 9/10
Employment Type: Temporary to 31 December 2026 (with potential opportunity to convert to ongoing - a talent pool may be created out of this recruitment activity)
Location: Parramatta (Hybrid)
This role sits within the NSW Building Commission Division in the Disciplinary Proceedings team
About the team
This is an opportunity for an experienced lawyer (ideally 5+ PQE) who is keen to continue or develop their career in administrative law, criminal law or complex disputes. The role will oversee and determine less complex, and assist more senior delegates in the conduct of more complex, Disciplinary Proceedings for Building Commission NSW under various statutory licencing and registration schemes.
The Building Commission NSW is an outstanding place to work; committed to innovation, collaboration and professional development. With a focus on transparency and accountability, the Commission cultivates a culture of integrity and responsibility.
Those who join the organisation can be confident in contributing to meaningful work that positively impacts the built environment and the greater community, making it an exciting and fulfilling place to build a career.
Principal Officers and Presiding Officers are delegates of the Secretary who oversee and determine Disciplinary Proceedings for Building Commission NSW. Disciplinary Proceedings consider a wide range of professional misconduct allegations against licenced tradespeople, building companies, engineers and registered certifiers. Delegates may impose a range of actions and penalties after finding a person has engaged in misconduct including:
Impose monetary penalties up to $220,000,
Implement simple/complex licence conditions;
Whether to suspend or cancel building licences of both small and large licenced or registered entities
The Principal Officers oversee and determine less complex, and assist Presiding Officers in more complex, Disciplinary Proceedings which are similar to those conducted by NSW Civil and Administrative Decisions Tribunal.
The delegates are assisted by Senior Associates, Associates and other Registry staff.
This role will suit an experienced lawyer (ideally 5+PQE) who has extensive administrative law, criminal law and/or litigation/disputes experience. The person should also have an interest in criminal/consumer/regulatory law and practice, demonstrate exceptional skills in statutory and factual analysis, and have a strong ability to respond to and deal with complex submissions.
Your day-to-day
Review and consider complex referred briefs of evidence concerning misconduct
Draft notices to show cause with respect to complex misconduct under licencing and registration schemes
Consider complex submissions and responsive evidence and research and resolve difficult legal and factual contentions
Draft clear and precise written reasons for decisions for consideration by more senior delegates
Supervise Senior Associates and other Registry staff in carrying out other functions involved in conduct of disciplinary proceedings
Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders including investigators, inspectors, and solicitors, as well as external stakeholders, including barristers, police, traders and consumers
Other project work as required
Undertake and contribute to, supervision, training and development of more junior staff in the team
To be successful in this role you will demonstrate:
You must be a lawyer with at least 5+ years PQE or have extensive relevant regulatory decision-making experience, and the ability to resolve highly complex legal and factual contentions
You must have exceptional analytical and written drafting skill
You must have exceptional communication skills and the ability to express complex issues in a concise and logical manner
What we need from you
An up-to-date CV and a brief cover letter (2 page maximum) outlining how your skills and experience are aligned to the role.
For recruitment related queries please contact Talent Advisor, Afrah via afrah.ahmedsaied@custmerservice.nsw.gov.au
Salary Grade 09/10, with the base salary for this role starting at $129464 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: Monday, 23rd March 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 Principal Officer position is now open for candidates interested in the Legal Jobs 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 Legal Jobs is a plus.