Compliance & Enforcement Officer

Step into a frontline enforcement role making a real impact in the Waipā community.

Ideal for candidates with a Police, Defence, Corrections or regulatory background.

About the role

This is a varied, hands-on role delivering Council’s enforcement functions, across:

• Bylaw breaches and complaint investigations
• District Plan Rule breaches and complaint investigations
• Resource consent monitoring and compliance
• Parking enforcement and managing road corridor encroachments

You’ll work across the district, balancing education and relationship building with firm, fair enforcement action where required.

What you’ll bring

• Experience in enforcement, compliance or investigative roles
• Proven investigation, documentation and report writing skills
• Strong judgement, communication and conflict management skills
• A resilient, practical approach and confidence working in the field

Why join us?

Be part of a wider team that’s dedicated to making a positive difference for our communities. We offer flexible working arrangements, professional development opportunities and competitive local government benefits, including:

• health and life insurance,
• retail discounts and subsidised fitness memberships, and
• additional leave over the Christmas/New Year period

Applications close: Thursday, 18 June 2026 at 5pm.

Reference #

38930

Posted on

04 Jun 2026

Closes on

18 Jun 2026 17:00

Location(s)

Cambridge

Expertise

Licensing & Compliance

Job level(s)

Entry, Experienced

Work type(s)

Permanent full-time