Maitland City Council

Executive Manager City Futures

EXECUTIVE MANAGER CITY FUTURES

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking leader to join Maitland City Council's Senior Leadership Team as Executive Manager City Futures.

Reporting to the Director City Planning, this pivotal role will contribute to the planning, development, and shaping of the city's long-term growth and urban future. As Executive Manager City Futures, you will lead the strategic direction of the city's growth, integrating land use, urban release and precinct planning, infrastructure planning, and environmental stewardship. You will play a critical role in ensuring Council delivers responsible development that supports housing supply, economic prosperity, environmental protection, and community wellbeing.

Importantly, you will ensure environmental and sustainability strategies, urban ecology, and natural resource and flood planning are effectively coordinated and integrated with strategic planning priorities and Council-wide objectives.

The key service areas you will lead and drive excellence across include but are not limited to:

- Strategic Policy Planning & Urban data planning

- Land Use Planning & Heritage Planning

- Infrastructure contributions and planning

- Biodiversity and Natural asset management

- Estuary management & Floodplain management

- Sustainability strategy and planning

About You

To be successful in this opportunity, we are seeking a highly capable leader with tertiary qualifications in Urban Planning or a related discipline.

You will bring substantial local government experience in strategic planning, with a proven ability to lead strategy development that balances growth with the protection and enhancement of our natural environmental systems, contributing to resilient communities and delivering strong economic, planning and sustainable outcomes for the city.

Your strong leadership capability will be complemented by your ability to engage, influence, and build effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels, while driving efficient, high-quality outcomes.

The Offer

This is a permanent full-time role with a highly attractive and competitive salary package inclusive of super and car allowance. Council also provide staff with the below benefits:

- Flexible Working Options

- Paid Parental Leave

- Ongoing training and development

- Health & Wellbeing Programs

- Additional Corporate Leave

- Free Parking… And lots more!

Questions?

Should you have any questions after reading the role charter, please contact Trevor Ryan, Director City Planning, on 0436 016 914.

To Apply

To apply for this opportunity, please click 'Apply Now' and submit your resume and cover letter.

Only candidates with current Australian work rights (Australian citizens, permanent residents, NZ citizens with a current passport, valid work visa) will be considered.

Applications close: Sunday 24 May 2026

What happens next?

Once applications close, we will review all candidates' details against the role requirements and will be back in touch with you to advise the status of your application.

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). Council also completes a range of other pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, psychometric testing or a criminal history check. For more information about the recruitment process, visit the "Jobs at Council" page on our website

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Maitland City Council is dedicated to providing a workplace that is inclusive and supportive and is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We support equal opportunities for all employees, and encourage applications from people from all cultures, nationalities, identities, and abilities. We believe all employees have the right to feel valued, respected and heard. If you have any special considerations or accessibility requirements, please let us know in the recruitment process how we are able to meet your needs.

If you require special assistance, or have any questions about the recruitment process please contact us for a confidential conversation ([email protected])