Community Enforcement Officer

Be passionate. Be progressive. Hawkesbury City Council.

• Salary from $82k + 100K per annum
• 9 Day Fortnight + On-Site Parking
• Fitness Passport Option

Hawkesbury City Council is the largest local government area in metropolitan NSW covering 2,800 square kilometres, incorporating both urban and rural communities. We are committed to working together to delivery outcomes for the community through innovation and best practice.

Hawkesbury City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

The Role

Reporting to the Coordinator Animal Services and Community Safety, this position is responsible for the investigation and enforcement of the various acts and regulations delegated to Council officers, including, Environmental Enforcement, Public Land Use Enforcement, Parking / Heavy Vehicle Enforcement and Animal Management.

Responding to complaints, such as unauthorised goods on footpath, trucks in residential areas, illegal parking, illegal dumping on public property, overgrown vegetation, barking dogs and nuisance animals, stray and roaming animals, dog attacks and dangerous/menacing dog compliance..

About You

You will have proven conflict resolution, mediation, facilitation, and negotiation skills, and able to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders. You will have experience in developing education campaigns in relation to Companion Animals, and ability to provide professional and technical advice, guidance and assistance in regulatory enforcement. You will have proven ability to work as part of a team and unsupervised, using initiative, managing competing interests, and prioritised workload.

Essential Criteria

• Tertiary qualifications in Animal Management, Regulatory Services/Investigations, or other equivalent and relevant certificate to level IV competency,
• First Aid Certificate,
• Proven and extensive experience in Local Government Regulatory Services, Companion Animal Management, or extensive and relevant experience in a role within the Regulatory or Law Enforcement Sector,
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Companion Animals Act, Protection of the Environment Operations Act, the Roads Act, the Public Spaces (unattended property) Act, the Australian Road Rules and associated Regulations,
• Demonstrated skills and experience in companion animal investigations, conducting interviews and preparing briefs of evidence for court.
• Proficient using computers and computer software
• The right to live and work in Australia
• Class C Drivers Licence
• WHS General Construction White Card in NSW
• Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• Successful applicants will be required to undergo background (police) checks and medical declaration

Desirable

• NSW Microchip Implanter accreditation or willingness to obtain

The Rewards

An attractive salary will be negotiated with the successful applicant commensurate with qualification, skills, and experience.

• Great working environment
• Rostered Day Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible work arrangements
• Tertiary Education Assistance
• Health and Wellbeing Program
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Employee Reward and Recognition program
• Fitness Passport Option
• Social Club - BBQs, Christmas parties, raffles and activities
• Employee Assistance Program for employees and their family

To Apply

For further position details, including the selection criteria and how to apply, visit our website www.hawkesbury.nsw.gov.au

Applications close Sunday, 30th August 2026

Please allow 4 weeks from the closing date for processing of your application.

Applicants who do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for this position.

Please note that the canvassing of Councillors in relation to these matters will automatically disqualify the applicant from this process.