Cessnock City Council

Development Services Manager

About the Opportunity

Do you consider yourself an adaptable and proactive leader with a passion for planning and development? We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Development Services Manager to lead and coordinate the Development Services Unit here with Council.

In this critical leadership role, you will be responsible for managing and guiding the Development Services team to deliver statutory planning services and support the achievement of our Council's Strategic Plan objectives related to development services.

As the Development Services Manager, your leadership, management, and coordination will be essential in ensuring the team operates effectively and efficiently, providing high quality planning services across the organisation. You will be instrumental in supporting the Directors and Council, making a direct impact on the successful achievement of the Strategic Plan.

To find out more about your next career opportunity: Position Description

Remuneration

$183,356 - $210,859 per annum plus superannuation and a leaseback vehicle.

The Benefits

• Full-time 35 hours per week
• Flexible work arrangement options including hybrid work arrangements, option of nine-day fortnight or monthly RDO
• 12% superannuation 
• Generous leave entitlements including Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Paid Parental Leave
• Ongoing training and development opportunities including access to Council's Study Assistance program
• Generous corporate fitness program for you and your immediate family members 
• Weekly Health and Wellbeing programs held on site
• Free flu vaccination program
• Lease back vehicle  - Full private use available
• Work mobile and iPad supplied
• Free parking on-site
• Beautiful location in the picturesque Hunter Valley! 

About You

The successful candidate will hold a degree in Town Planning or other relevant equivalent qualifications, have prior experience managing a Development Assessment team and will bring extensive, specialised experience in development assessment, planning, or a related field at a senior level. Sound Land and Environment Court experience would be beneficial however, a comprehensive knowledge of statutory requirements, including relevant acts and regulations, is essential for this position. 

What's Next?

We encourage you to apply by completing the application form below and uploading a copy of your resume. 

Your candidate suitability is determined by your responses to the selection criteria questions, for more information on how to address the selection criteria please visit our How to apply page.

Pre-Employment Screening

Please note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing) and other pre-employment checks, such as references, employment history checks, working with children checks or a criminal record check.

About Us

At Cessnock City Council our success is built by our people and core values. We offer you a direct connection to the community, providing opportunities to both inspire growth and sustainability in our diverse region. We're committed to building a passionate and inclusive workforce. 

We are committed to the value of respect, and we strive to have an inclusive workforce that is reflective of the diverse populations we serve. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

We partner with the Veterans Employment Program and the NSW Government to implement recruitment practices dedicated to supporting veterans to pursue a career in local government. Our aim is to support veterans finding suitable, sustainable and meaningful employment.

There are options available to request adjustments. If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact recruitment@cessnock.nsw.gov.au for a confidential discussion.

Applications Close: Thursday 6 February 2025 at 11:30pm

Who to Contact: Peter Chrystal, Director of Planning and Environment on 0408 687 091

You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.

Guided by staff values of integrity, respect, teamwork, accountability and excellence, Cessnock City Council is indeed an attractive, thriving Council and employer of choice.