Manager, Development Planning

2 weeks ago


Ipswich, Australia Ipswich City Council Full time

**About the role**

In this key role of Manager, Development Planning, you will lead the Development Planning Branch in the delivery of development assessment functions and a diverse range of projects. In doing so, you will be expected to drive continuous improvement of integration and optimisation of planning and service delivery across the following functions:

- Infrastructure charging and Infrastructure Agreements
- Compliance related to unlawful development and development approvals, and
- Survey plan processes, asset naming and numbering of lots, searches and records

You will join the leadership team assisting the General Manager (Planning and Regulatory Services) in the departments’ setting and achievement of Corporate and Operational Plan objectives consistent with Council’s strategic direction.

This role also offers a rare opportunity to be a critical part of the implementation of a new planning scheme and LGIP. You will have the opportunity to work collaboratively to set Council up for the future using a modern planning scheme, which is pivotal to the success of the role, and the future of our city.

**About you**

To be a critical part of our future growth as a city, you will have:

- Relevant professional qualification and/or substantial equivalent experience, preferably in the field of town planning
- Demonstrated leadership experience, with a focus on delivering projects and functions with a government or other relevant organisation
- Management and leadership experience and qualities to support and coach positive team outcomes
- Change management experience, including in the space of continuous improvement
- Outstanding communication, presentation, and negotiation skills with a proven ability to effectively manage diverse stakeholder relationships and influence outcomes, and
- Belief in our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership

View the position description for more details about the role.

**About the benefits**

This is a fixed-term contract with an attractive remuneration package that includes 12.5% superannuation and leave loading.
- **Positive workplace culture**: Be part of a team that values positivity, inclusivity and a supportive environment where everyone can thrive
- **Work/Life balance**: Enjoy a supportive approach to work/life balance to maintain your well-being while fulfilling your work ambitions
- **Diversity and inclusion**: Work with a diverse workforce where different ideas and perspectives lead to innovation and better decision making
- **Learning and development**: Experience ongoing learning, development and career opportunities to enhance your skills, expertise and knowledge of industry trends
- **Health and well-being**:Access to gym memberships, employee assistance program and special events supporting your physical and mental health
- **Leave options**:Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading, cultural leave and other leave options
- **Salary packaging**: Tailor a variety of salary packaging options to your needs such as financial advice, income protection insurance, professional memberships, novated leases and more

**Join us**

If you share our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you.
- A cover letter of no more than 2 pages describing how your skills and experience will assist in meeting the requirements of this role
- A resume of no more than 4 pages including current licences/tickets/qualifications/certificates/visa that you hold

Closing date: 2 February 2025

Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment screening including include a criminal history check.

Ipswich City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace by supporting equal opportunities regardless of gender, culture, generation, sexual orientation, or disability. We promote a respectful workplace culture that is free from all forms of harassment, workplace bullying, discrimination, and violence.



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