The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority (the Reef Authority) is a Commonwealth non-corporate entity, and a statutory agency established by the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Act 1975 (Marine Park Act), reporting to the Minister for the Environment and Water. Our objective is the long-term protection, ecologically sustainable use, understanding and enjoyment of the Great Barrier Reef for all Australians and the international community through the care and development of the Marine Park. Managing a reef roughly the size of Italy demands many skills and talents, so you don't have to be a marine biologist to contribute to our mission. From finance to marketing roles, we have a team almost as diverse as the ecosystem we protect. Our commitment and dedication to the Great Barrier Reef and the Australian public have a long-lasting impact, and we are looking for individuals who can bring their unique skills, experience, and knowledge to our high-performing and inclusive organisation. The Position We are seeking an agile and detail-focused Compliance Officer to support the delivery of the Marine Parks permission compliance program. In this role, you'll help ensure sustainable use of the Reef by conducting audits, preparing official correpondence, analysing compliance report and working closely with partners across government, research, tourism and Traditional Owner groups. Your work will directly contribute to protecting the environmental, cultural and heritage values of the Reef for future generations. About You You are able to think critically and apply logical and objective reasoning and judgement to solve problems of moderate complexity You will have, or be able to quickly acquire and retain, an ability to interpret and apply relevant policy/legislation, ideally in the marine environment. You have an eye for detail and proven ability to manage your own work including competing tasks and meeting timeframes. You will be experienced in negotiation, relationship and stakeholder management. You are resilient, have a strong sense of duty and enjoy being part of a cohesive team. The key duties of the position include Undertake regulatory compliance associated with Marine Park permissions and the Environmental Management Charge including the research, interpretation and application of relevant Commonwealth legislation, policy, procedures and guidelines. Contribute to the recording, collation and presentation of compliance statistics as required and prepare official correspondence such as informal and formal education, requests for information and advisory letters. Work collaboratively with other members of the section, and actively participate in and contribute to continuous improvement of practices and procedures that achieve more efficient business outcomes. Engage and consult effectively with internal and external stakeholders and represent the Authority as required.
