Development Services Manager

About Us: Kempsey Shire Council (KSC) is located on the Mid North Coast of NSW, known for its genuine hospitality, pristine beaches, sub-tropical rainforests, mountain ranges, rock river gorges, sprawling farmland and peaceful villages.We are a progressive, proactive and dynamic organisation, and we pride ourselves on the respectful and supportive workplace we have cultivated. With 360+ dedicated staff managing $1.5 billion worth of assets across many sites throughout the Shire, KSC work closely with our community to build an inspired, connected Macleay Valley.Your New Role: We have the perfect opportunity for a Development Services Manager to join our team on a permanent full-time basis!As the Development Services Manager, you will lead and manage the development assessment and Development Engineers to deliver streamlined, transparent, timely and accurate development assessment.You will be responsible for managing the process of providing development information to the community, responding to development related requests and enquiries, and processing development and subdivision related applications.For a full list of the Key Accountabilities of the role, please refer to the Position Description.About You: To be successful in this role, you will possess tertiary qualifications in Urban and Regional Planning and demonstrated ability and experience in development assessment and complex development matters.You will possess sound knowledge and understanding of the planning system and demonstrated ability to effectively lead, manage, supervise and influence staff.You will have superior communication skills with a strong customer service focus and be able to work in a challenging high pressured environment m meeting all deadlines.The successful candidate will be committed to upholding Council’s values, approaching their work with enthusiasm and a drive to make a difference in our community.Benefits of working for Kempsey Shire Council: As the successful candidate, you’ll enjoy:A permanent full-time position, 35-hour work weekMonthly RDOsWeekly salary of $2,008.60 to $2,260.70 (plus superannuation).Generous leave entitlements, including access to Long Service Leave after five yearsA working environment focussed on wellbeing, including flexible work arrangements, rostered days off, EAP access, social club, and health and wellbeing programs.Fitness Passports for discounted access to a range of gym and pool facilities.Career development and learning opportunities, access to study leave if required.A supportive, collaborative working environment designed to help you grow!A fantastic lifestyle and work life balance, on the beautiful Mid-North Coast.Interested?Please apply via Council’s website http://careers.kempsey.nsw.gov.au/. Note that you will be required to prepare and submit:A short statement (maximum 2 pages) outlining how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities will enable you to achieve the key accountabilities of the role (as listed in the Position Description); andYour current resume.Applications Close: COB Wednesday, 5 February 2025Please note that Council reserves the right to close this job advertisement before the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is found. Therefore, we encourage all interested applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible.Have questions? Please contact Retha du Preez - Group Manager Development and Compliance. for a confidential discussion on Ph: 02 6566 3200.Please Note: Our recruitment notification process is primarily via system generated emails.  Please ensure your email is correct before submitting your application to avoid missing crucial updates.If you experience any difficulties applying online, please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6566 3200 or email jobs@kempsey.nsw.gov.auThank you and good luck with your application.Kempsey Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and we celebrate our diverse, inclusive and values-led workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse culture and linguistic backgrounds and people with a disability. In addition, Kempsey Shire Council will provide reasonable adjustments for suitably qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require additional assistance to participate in the recruitment process, please discuss with the advertised contact person. You can ask for reasonable adjustments to be made at any time during the recruitment process.  Position Description AUD West Kempsey 2440

Development Services Manager

About Us:

Kempsey Shire Council (KSC) is located on the Mid North Coast of NSW, known for its genuine hospitality, pristine beaches, sub-tropical rainforests, mountain ranges, rock river gorges, sprawling farmland and peaceful villages.

We are a progressive, proactive and dynamic organisation, and we pride ourselves on the respectful and supportive workplace we have cultivated. With 360+ dedicated staff managing $1.5 billion worth of assets across many sites throughout the Shire, KSC work closely with our community to build an inspired, connected Macleay Valley.

Your New Role:

We have the perfect opportunity for a Development Services Manager to join our team on a permanent full-time basis!

As the Development Services Manager, you will lead and manage the development assessment and Development Engineers to deliver streamlined, transparent, timely and accurate development assessment.

You will be responsible for managing the process of providing development information to the community, responding to development related requests and enquiries, and processing development and subdivision related applications.

For a full list of the Key Accountabilities of the role, please refer to the Position Description.

About You:

To be successful in this role, you will possess tertiary qualifications in Urban and Regional Planning and demonstrated ability and experience in development assessment and complex development matters.

You will possess sound knowledge and understanding of the planning system and demonstrated ability to effectively lead, manage, supervise and influence staff.

You will have superior communication skills with a strong customer service focus and be able to work in a challenging high pressured environment m meeting all deadlines.

The successful candidate will be committed to upholding Council’s values, approaching their work with enthusiasm and a drive to make a difference in our community.

Benefits of working for Kempsey Shire Council:

As the successful candidate, you’ll enjoy:

  • A permanent full-time position, 35-hour work week
  • Monthly RDOs
  • Weekly salary of $2,008.60 to $2,260.70 (plus superannuation).
  • Generous leave entitlements, including access to Long Service Leave after five years
  • A working environment focussed on wellbeing, including flexible work arrangements, rostered days off, EAP access, social club, and health and wellbeing programs.
  • Fitness Passports for discounted access to a range of gym and pool facilities.
  • Career development and learning opportunities, access to study leave if required.
  • A supportive, collaborative working environment designed to help you grow!
  • A fantastic lifestyle and work life balance, on the beautiful Mid-North Coast.

Interested?

Please apply via Council’s website http://careers.kempsey.nsw.gov.au/. Note that you will be required to prepare and submit:

  • A short statement (maximum 2 pages) outlining how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities will enable you to achieve the key accountabilities of the role (as listed in the Position Description); and
  • Your current resume.

Applications Close: COB Wednesday, 5 February 2025

Please note that Council reserves the right to close this job advertisement before the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is found. Therefore, we encourage all interested applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible.

Have questions? Please contact Retha du Preez - Group Manager Development and Compliance. for a confidential discussion on Ph: 02 6566 3200.

Please Note: Our recruitment notification process is primarily via system generated emails.  Please ensure your email is correct before submitting your application to avoid missing crucial updates.

If you experience any difficulties applying online, please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6566 3200 or email jobs@kempsey.nsw.gov.au

Thank you and good luck with your application.

Kempsey Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and we celebrate our diverse, inclusive and values-led workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse culture and linguistic backgrounds and people with a disability. In addition, Kempsey Shire Council will provide reasonable adjustments for suitably qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require additional assistance to participate in the recruitment process, please discuss with the advertised contact person. You can ask for reasonable adjustments to be made at any time during the recruitment process.