Team Leader Development Assessment

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Team Leader Development Assessment

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Liverpool City Council , Liverpool, New South Wales.

Job Details

2 x Permanent full-time positions, 35 hours per week, 5 days/week

Competitive Salary plus Council leaseback vehicle or vehicle allowance

ResponsibilitiesWe are seeking an experienced leader with drive and passion, and extensive experience in development assessment, to lead a team of planners in the assessment of development applications.

You will assess and report on all forms of Development Applications and Modification Applications and liaise with the public and developers. Reply to both written and verbal enquiries on planning matters and act as an expert witness to the Land and Environment Court as required. Supervise the investigation, evaluation, and reporting of all applications and report regularly to the Manager Development Assessment.

You will also assist and mentor Development Planners and staff in processing and method of assessing Development Applications and Modification Applications, and interpreting planning issues and legislation.

About You / Qualifications

Degree or diploma qualifications in town planning, regional or urban planning recognised by the Planning Institute of Australia or related discipline

Extensive experience in Development Assessment is considered necessary to ensure the desired level of expertise/knowledge to adequately carry out the functions of the position.

Extensive experience in handling a wide range of complex applications relating to all possible development on industrial, commercial, or residential zoned land is considered essential to the responsible execution of duties that comprise this position.

Experience in acting as an expert witness in the Land and Environment Court.

Experience in providing instruction and giving evidence before Court.

Proven experience in assessment and application of alternative solutions as provided for under the relevant legislation.

Experience communicating with various internal and external stakeholders including the ability to deal with the community and professional industry to achieve the best possible outcome.

Demonstrated experience and ability in supervising employees and developing a team environment.

Demonstrated ability to interpret Acts and policies and to make appropriate decisions bearing in mind the circumstances and the legislative requirements.

Experience processing planning related enquiries.

Experience and ability to work in a team environment.

Experience in providing leadership to team members.

Experience of updating policies and procedures and developing new policies and procedures

Current Class C Drivers Licence and SafeWork NSW WHS White Card.

Benefits

Council leaseback vehicle or a vehicle allowance

Flexible work arrangements – including flexi time and hybrid working arrangements (with the ability to work some days each week from home)

Access to 2 health and wellbeing days per year

Be part of a passionate, energetic, and supportive multi-disciplinary team

Great office location in the heart of the Liverpool CBD, close to public transport and with parking available

Professional development opportunities, including training courses and study assistance for further education

Liverpool City Council is committed to providing a working environment that supports all employees to reach their full potential.

To be eligible to apply for permanent positions at Liverpool City Council, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including First nation people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.

How to ApplyPlease click the ''Apply'' button above. Applicants must submit a covering letter outlining your interest and how your background and experience suit this opportunity, as well as your resume.

CLOSING

3 September 2025

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