CareerPlan

Manager Planning Services

New South WalesFull-time2026-10-02 → 2026-10-11

Core

Lead strategic and operational planning functions for a local council, managing development assessment and long-term planning frameworks.

Role type

Manager, Planning Services

Builds

Local Environmental Plans, Development Control Plans, Local Strategic Planning Statements, housing and employment land strategies, structure and master plans

Domain

Local Government / Urban Planning

Required skills

Strategic planning, development assessment, team leadership, stakeholder engagement, policy interpretation, project management, budget management, public speaking, regulatory compliance, process improvement

Preferred skills

NSW local government experience, postgraduate study in planning/urban design/public administration, experience presenting to Councillors, experience with complex urban environments

Technologies

None explicitly stated

Responsibilities

Lead preparation and review of planning instruments and strategies, ensure timely and compliant assessment of development applications, manage major strategic and precinct planning projects, oversee planning panels, represent Council in negotiations and hearings, manage business unit budget and performance reporting, lead consultation on planning strategies

Seniority

Manager, strategic and operational leadership