Compliance Officer - Stormwater

About the Opportunity

Join Auckland Council's proactive compliance team focusing on diverse stormwater-related regulatory challenges within the region. This role involves significant fieldwork, engaging directly with communities heavily impacted by recent floods and cyclones to help mitigate future extreme weather effects. You'll utilize and enforce regulations including the Resource Management Act, Building Act, and Local Government Act to ensure compliance and environmental protection.

Key Responsibilities

• Educate, engage, and provide guidance to customers regarding regulatory compliance around stormwater management.
• Operate primarily based in Central Auckland with necessary travel across the wider Auckland region.
• Conduct field inspections and compliance assessments related to stormwater regulations.

Candidate Profile

Successful candidates will bring regulatory or compliance experience related to stormwater/environmental regulations, coupled with strong negotiation and communication skills to effectively interact with varied stakeholders. Being a proactive risk assessor and problem solver is essential. A tertiary qualification plus a minimum of two years in regulatory compliance roles will help ensure success. A current full New Zealand driver’s license is mandatory.

What Auckland Council Offers

Work within a dynamic, supportive environment affecting the wellbeing of over 1.7 million residents. The council encourages flexible working arrangements, prioritizes staff wellbeing, and fosters continuous improvement. It champions diversity, equity, and inclusion, holding accreditations such as Gender Tick and being a signatory of the Pride Pledge — underscoring a culture where all employees feel valued and empowered.

Additional Information

• This is a fixed-term hybrid role until 17 May 2027.
• The position is safety-sensitive, requiring a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening before offer.
• Applications close on 26 July 2026 at 11:59 pm.
• Applicants who have applied for this role within the last three months need not reapply.
• If currently working as a temporary employee under an agency, applications should be submitted via the Auckland Council website.
• Please inform the recruitment team of any accessibility or support needs during application submission.

Compensation for this role ranges between NZD 78,311 and NZD 92,130 annually, plus KiwiSaver contributions.