Community Safety Investigator

Take the next step in your regulatory career and put your problem‑solving skills to work in real-world situations.Join our Community Safety team as a Community Safety Investigator and help create a safe, clean and welcoming community for everyone.This is a permanent full-time position.About Us  At the City of Port Adelaide Enfield (PAE), we’re building a welcoming, liveable city, made by people. Our focus is on community, our economy, environmental sustainability and building high-quality places for people to enjoy. We’re on an ambitious trajectory, but our organisation is up for the challenge.  At PAE, we’re involved in all sorts of things - major construction through to environmental management, organising events, social infrastructure planning, and library services. We are proud of offering a wide range of accessible services and programs to our community. Now’s a great time to be part of PAE. About the Role  If you’re looking for a role where every day brings something new, this is it. As a Community Safety Investigator, you’ll be making a real impact, by helping ensure responsible pet ownership, improving public safety, and supporting a clean, accessible and welcoming city for everyone. In this dynamic, people‑focused role, you will:Lead highly complex investigations across a broad range of legislation, including gathering evidence, conducting interviews, preparing detailed reports and enforcement actions, incorporating the appropriate use of body‑worn recording equipment when required.Drive community safety initiatives by supporting programs, operations and educational activities that promote public safety and positive behaviours. Be a trusted expert, providing technical advice to both the community and internal teams on regulatory and compliance matters. Shape meaningful outcomes, preparing high‑quality investigation briefs, managing a diverse caseload, and representing Council in court when needed. About You You thrive in a role where every day is different. You’re organised, adaptable and energised by the challenge of working in a fast‑paced environment. People describe you as a clear, confident communicator, someone who can handle tough conversations with empathy and professionalism. You take initiative, look for solutions and deliver work that’s accurate, thoughtful and community‑focused.Emotional intelligence, strong judgement and a can‑do attitude come naturally to you, and you’re committed to living the PAE Values in everything you do. You bring highly developed knowledge in conducting complex investigations, including investigative processes, planning and reporting and ideally, you hold a relevant qualification in investigations.More information can be found in the Position Description located below.  This is a Level 5 position which has a current salary of $103,808 per annum (plus Super).At PAE, our values guide us to work together, strive for improvement, and make a positive impact in our community. We seek people who share these values. #bettertogether #growandimprove #makeadifference.                   We value diversity and inclusion, and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.  Apply Now  To apply, simply complete the application process by clicking the ‘Apply’ button and attach your cover letter and resume.   Applications close 10pm 22 March 2026.Confidential enquiries can be directed to Troy Martin, Community Safety Leader, on 0439 162 349.We’re committed to an accessible, inclusive workplace and welcome discussions about any adjustments you may need.  The City of PAE is located on Kaurna Country. We acknowledge the Kaurna people as the traditional custodians of the Adelaide region and extend our respect to custodians and Elders who have passed, those amongst us and those emerging.  Benefits of Working at PAEPosition Description AUD Port Adelaide 5015

Community Safety Investigator

Take the next step in your regulatory career and put your problem‑solving skills to work in real-world situations.

Join our Community Safety team as a Community Safety Investigator and help create a safe, clean and welcoming community for everyone.

This is a permanent full-time position.

About Us  

At the City of Port Adelaide Enfield (PAE), we’re building a welcoming, liveable city, made by people. 

Our focus is on community, our economy, environmental sustainability and building high-quality places for people to enjoy. We’re on an ambitious trajectory, but our organisation is up for the challenge.  

At PAE, we’re involved in all sorts of things - major construction through to environmental management, organising events, social infrastructure planning, and library services. We are proud of offering a wide range of accessible services and programs to our community. 

Now’s a great time to be part of PAE. 

About the Role  

If you’re looking for a role where every day brings something new, this is it. As a Community Safety Investigator, you’ll be making a real impact, by helping ensure responsible pet ownership, improving public safety, and supporting a clean, accessible and welcoming city for everyone.

In this dynamic, people‑focused role, you will:

  • Lead highly complex investigations across a broad range of legislation, including gathering evidence, conducting interviews, preparing detailed reports and enforcement actions, incorporating the appropriate use of body‑worn recording equipment when required.
  • Drive community safety initiatives by supporting programs, operations and educational activities that promote public safety and positive behaviours.
  • Be a trusted expert, providing technical advice to both the community and internal teams on regulatory and compliance matters.
  • Shape meaningful outcomes, preparing high‑quality investigation briefs, managing a diverse caseload, and representing Council in court when needed.

About You 

You thrive in a role where every day is different. You’re organised, adaptable and energised by the challenge of working in a fast‑paced environment. People describe you as a clear, confident communicator, someone who can handle tough conversations with empathy and professionalism. You take initiative, look for solutions and deliver work that’s accurate, thoughtful and community‑focused.

Emotional intelligence, strong judgement and a can‑do attitude come naturally to you, and you’re committed to living the PAE Values in everything you do. You bring highly developed knowledge in conducting complex investigations, including investigative processes, planning and reporting and ideally, you hold a relevant qualification in investigations.

More information can be found in the Position Description located below.  

This is a Level 5 position which has a current salary of $103,808 per annum (plus Super).

At PAE, our values guide us to work together, strive for improvement, and make a positive impact in our community. We seek people who share these values. #bettertogether #growandimprove #makeadifference.                   

We value diversity and inclusion, and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.  

Apply Now  

To apply, simply complete the application process by clicking the ‘Apply’ button and attach your cover letter and resume.   

Applications close 10pm 22 March 2026.

Confidential enquiries can be directed to Troy Martin, Community Safety Leader, on 0439 162 349.

We’re committed to an accessible, inclusive workplace and welcome discussions about any adjustments you may need.  

The City of PAE is located on Kaurna Country. We acknowledge the Kaurna people as the traditional custodians of the Adelaide region and extend our respect to custodians and Elders who have passed, those amongst us and those emerging.  

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