Georges River Council

Economic Development Officer

Make a meaningful impact by supporting economic growth, fostering business success and helping the Georges River community thrive.

The Role

As an Economic Development Officer, you will play an important role in supporting the development, implementation and evaluation of key economic development strategies, plans and initiatives that contribute to the prosperity and growth of the Georges River area.

Working collaboratively with local businesses, industry groups, government agencies, community stakeholders and Council teams, you will help deliver projects and programs that support business growth, attract investment and strengthen the region's economic competitiveness across Greater Sydney and New South Wales.

You will assist with research, analysis and stakeholder engagement activities, contribute to strategic planning and policy development, and support initiatives that attract investment, encourage business growth and promote Georges River as a vibrant place to live, work, visit and invest.

This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive and collaborative professional who is passionate about economic development and enjoys working with diverse stakeholders to deliver positive outcomes for businesses and the community.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Support the delivery and implementation of Council's Economic Development Strategy, helping to drive initiatives that strengthen the local economy and create positive outcomes for businesses and the community.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local businesses, industry groups, government agencies and key stakeholders, acting as an advocate for the Georges River area.
• Contribute to the planning and delivery of economic development projects, including business support programs, talent attraction initiatives, night-time economy activities, smart city projects and place promotion campaigns.
• Undertake research and analyse economic data to identify trends, opportunities and emerging issues, providing insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Assist in promoting and positioning Georges River as a thriving destination to live, work, visit and invest, aligned with Council's long-term vision.
• Provide advice and support on economic development matters to internal and external stakeholders, including Council staff, Councillors and the community.
• Collaborate across Council and external partnerships to support innovative projects, community engagement initiatives and opportunities that contribute to economic growth and prosperity.

About You

We're looking for a motivated and community-focused professional who is passionate about economic development and creating opportunities for businesses and communities to thrive.

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• A tertiary qualification in Economics, Commerce, Business or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience delivering projects and initiatives successfully, ensuring outcomes are achieved on time, within scope and to a high standard.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships, collaborate effectively and influence positive outcomes across a diverse range of stakeholders.
• The ability to research, interpret and communicate economic, business and demographic trends, translating insights into practical recommendations and actions.
• Experience working with data and evidence-based decision-making, including the ability to identify opportunities, analyse trends and support strategic planning.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing reports, briefing papers, presentations and other business communications tailored to different audiences.
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills, with the ability to explain complex information in a clear, engaging and accessible way.
• A proactive and innovative mindset, with a genuine interest in supporting economic growth, business success and community prosperity.

What We Offer

• Enjoy flexible working options, including flexible start and finish times, hybrid work (after probation), and the option of a 9‑day fortnight by working additional hours across the fortnight
• Permanent full time - 70 hours per fortnight
• Salary from $84,553.95 to $97,968.65 p.a. plus 12% superannuation.
• Access to Fitness Passport for you and your family
• Confidential Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Rewards Program
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Supportive team culture and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the local community

If you have made a positive commitment to further your career and you possess the attributes detailed in thePosition Descriptionessential criteria, then please submit your application today.

Applicants are asked to ensure that they provide responses to the targeted questions. Please be specific about your personal contribution. General or high-level responses will not be considered.

If you would like further information on this role, please contact Chern Een Ewe, Economic Development Lead via[email protected]or 0447 927 632.

Applications must be completed and submitted via our website. Closing Date:Friday, 17 July 2026 at 11.59 PM AEST.

Offers of employment at Georges River Council are contingent upon satisfactory results of a thorough background check.

Please note youmust be an Australian or New Zealand citizen,a permanent resident, orhold unlimited working rights in Australia (no visa restrictions)to apply for this position.

Georges River Council is a progressive, people-focused organisation with 600 dedicated staff delivering exceptional services to our diverse and vibrant community. Our vision is to be 'naturally connected to place, community, and Country'. We are committed to creating accessible green, and liveable spaces, nurturing creativity, protecting the natural environment, and building a thriving local economy.

We foster our values of Accountability, Professionalism, Unity and Honesty and take pride in promoting the image of Council in the community.

We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

At Georges River Council we are committed to putting children first and championing child safety within our community. We actively advocate for the rights of children and young people and will uphold our commitment as a child safe organisation.