Executive Director, Local Planning and Council Support

1 week ago

City of Parramatta Council, Australia Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure Full time
Executive Director, Local Planning and Council Support

Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure

Policy, Planning & Regulation, Government - State (Government & Defence)


Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Together, we create thriving environments, communities and economies.

  • High-profile position that requires strong leadership qualities across land use planning
  • Ongoing/permanent full-time role
  • TRP from $297k to $333k including superannuation, commensurate with experience

Our Planning, Land Use Strategy, Housing, and Infrastructure (PLUSHI) team within NSW Planning are currently seeking to appoint an Executive Director, Local Planning and Council Support.

As the Executive Director, Local Planning and Council Support you will provide professional and organisational leadership in the assessment of council and proponent-lead planning proposals. You will lead a group of regionally based Directors managing a suite of complex planning issues across the state; and will be responsible for consulting with councils on all local planning matters.

About You
To be successful in this role, you will be a dynamic, solution-focussed leader with a strong rezoning or local government planning background. Your high-level communication skills and your ability to build effective stakeholder relationships will be the key to success in this interesting and varied role as you will be required to collaborate across the department and NSW government.

Essential requirements

  • Degree qualification in a related discipline or equivalent relevant experience

For more information read the full Role Description: Executive Director, Local Planning and Council Support

About Us
The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively; and deliver affordable and diverse housing.

We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and seeks to embed Aboriginal cultural awareness and knowledge throughout the department.

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.

To Apply
If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close on Wednesday 26 June 2024 at 11:55pm

Should you require further information about the role please contact Melissa Chetcuti, A/Senior Manager Talent Acquisition on

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

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Our Diversity team can assist to:

  • provide alternative formats to apply
  • make adjustments to the recruitment process
  • offer information about workplace adjustments and support networks

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