Adam Browett
Sunbury,Victoria
Summary
Planning Compliance Officer with a comprehensive background in managing compliance matters, conducting investigations, and enforcing regulations. Responsible for enhancing case tracking and reporting workflows, ensuring adherence to statutory requirements, and guiding stakeholders through complex regulatory frameworks.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Planning Compliance Officer
Hepburn Shire Council
09.2024 - Current
- Managed planning compliance matters, investigating alleged breaches of planning regulations to ensure adherence to legal standards
- Conduct site inspections and assess compliance with planning permits and statutory controls
- Recommended and progressed enforcement actions to address non-compliance, supporting regulatory integrity
- Guided residents and developers on compliance and permit requirements, facilitating understanding of regulatory frameworks
- Represent Council in VCAT hearings relating to planning investigations.
- Act as Health and Safety Representative, identifying hazards and promoting safe work practices.
Senior City Laws Officer & Acting Team Leader
Hume City Council
02.2022 - 08.2024
- Managed and coordinated formal incident investigations, ensuring thorough reporting and adherence to regulatory requirements
- Led compliance audits, identifying operational and process improvement areas to enhance compliance standards
- Delivered compliance and regulatory training, equipping staff with essential knowledge to uphold legal standards
- Supported team supervision by coordinating schedules and overseeing service operations.
Animal Management & Pound Supervisor
Hobsons Bay City Council
08.2020 - 12.2021
- Ensured compliance with animal management regulations and facility standards to maintain a safe environment for animals and staff
- Conducted incident investigations, implementing corrective actions to prevent future occurrences
- Coordinated audits of staff and contractors to uphold operational standards and improve service delivery
Animal Management & Local Laws Officer
Hume City Council, Moreland City Council & Manningham City Council
Victoria
08.2017 - 08.2020
- Conducted inspections and audits to uphold compliance and promote public safety.
- Investigated local laws and regulatory requirements to ensure community standards adherence.
- Provided guidance to community members regarding regulatory obligations to foster informed compliance.
Education
Certificate IV -
Government
Warner InstituteCertificate IV -
Animal Control & Regulation
Warner InstituteManagement Systems Auditing - BSBAUD402 & BSBAUD504
Skills
- Regulatory enforcement
- Compliance auditing
- Compliance processes
- Risk identification
- Land use planning
- Zoning regulations
- Planning analysis
- Evidence gathering
- Reporting and case management tools
- Microsoft Office applications
- Stakeholder engagement
- Stakeholder communication
- Team mentoring
Additional Information
Full Driving License, Working with Children Check, Accredited Mental Health First Aider, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Mental Health First Aider, Health and Safety Representative, Referees available on request
Tools Systems
- Council compliance and inspection systems
- Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
- Reporting and case management tools
Timeline
Planning Compliance Officer
Hepburn Shire Council
09.2024 - Current
Senior City Laws Officer & Acting Team Leader
Hume City Council
02.2022 - 08.2024
Animal Management & Pound Supervisor
Hobsons Bay City Council
08.2020 - 12.2021
Animal Management & Local Laws Officer
Hume City Council, Moreland City Council & Manningham City Council
08.2017 - 08.2020
Certificate IV -
Government
Certificate IV -
Animal Control & Regulation