Sutherland Shire Council

Team Leader – Development Advisory

Team Leader - Development Advisory

• Lead and inspire a team of Assessment and Lodgement Officers, delivering Council’s flagship development advisory service and promoting a customer-centric approach to planning advice.
• Ensure the effective lodgement of high-quality, assessment-ready development applications through quality assurance processes.
• Establish protocols and foster an environment of continuous improvement and exceptional customer service.
• Ensure compliance with legislative requirements and internal policies & KPIs in development assessments.
• Engage with a diverse range of stakeholders to promote collaboration and understanding

About Us

Sutherland Shire Council is committed to delivering high-quality services to our community while ensuring sustainable development practises. We strive to create a positive impact through our planning and development initiatives.

About The Role

The Team Leader - Development Advisory will play a pivotal role in supervising a team of assessment and lodgement officers responsible for ensuring the efficient lodgement of 'assessment ready' applications along with providing timely and accurate pre-lodgement advice on development proposals. This position will build protocols and will mentor staff to deliver high-quality assessments and exceptional customer service, while also overseeing the functioning of the Development Assessment Division.

The successful candidate will ensure timely and accurate assessments of pre-lodgement applications, driving high standards of customer service and compliance with Council's Development Services Customer Charter.

Who We're Looking For

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced individual with a strong background in development assessment, particularly within the local government context. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership abilities and a commitment to professional development.

• Tertiary qualifications in Urban Planning or equivalent.
• Extensive experience in development assessment in NSW local government.
• Proven management experience in fast-paced environments.
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal.

The candidate should demonstrate a continuous improvement mindset, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to foster effective relationships with diverse stakeholders. Experience in negotiation and mediation is also desirable.

Join our Team and Grow with Us!

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council!

• Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
• Get your application in by 11.59pm: Sunday 19 July 2026
• Interview date:Interviews will be facilitated within 2 weeks of the closing date
• Package:$117,242-$129,637 gross p.a. plus 12% superannuation. In addition an award vehicle allowance of $10,780 gross p.a will be paid.
• Hours of work:Permanent Full Time.You will have the option of a 19 day month through Council’s flex system.
• To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks, and will also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Reach out to Grant Rayner[email protected]Development Assessment and Certification Manager for any job specific enquiries.
Alison Wady[email protected]Talent Acquisition Business Partner, can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.

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