▷ Urgent Search: Coordinator Growth Area And Subdivision

Overview

- Band 8: $122,682 - $137,473.96 + superannuation with commuter/full private use vehicle options available
- Lead growth, shape communities and drive change
- Pivotal leadership role in a growing Council offering a hybrid working environment, flexibility and support

Job Summary

Step into a pivotal leadership role with one of Victoria’s fastest-growing councils. As Coordinator Growth Area and Subdivision, you’ll be at the forefront of delivering connected, sustainable development across Baw Baw’s booming growth areas, including Warragul, Drouin, and beyond. This is your opportunity to shape how entire communities are planned, delivered, and lived in. You’ll lead the end-to-end assessment of complex subdivision applications from planning permit stage through to Statement of Compliance, managing a skilled team of planners, engineers, Development Contribution Officers, and Subdivision Officers. You’ll also drive the coordination of infrastructure delivery in line with Precinct Structure Plans, Development Contribution Plans, and long-term strategic objectives. Your work will be central to transforming greenfield land into vibrant, future-ready neighbourhoods. You’ll collaborate closely with developers, consultants, and state agencies, balancing innovation with compliance, and community outcomes with growth pressures.

About Baw Baw Shire Council

A Baw Baw Shire Council career goes beyond business as usual. You'll find exciting development pathways rich in opportunity. Our thriving and engaged culture-first workplace is built on the passion and talent of people who proudly deliver vital services and exciting projects to a community they care about.

Our organisation comprises a multicultural workplace of around 400 full-time, part-time and casual employees, all benefiting from great flexibility, work/life sway, study support, health and wellbeing initiatives and ongoing learning and development programs.

At Baw Baw Shire Council, we invite our people to tackle projects that keep them inspired. We encourage the exploration of new ideas. We support the enhancement of building on current skills and developing new ones.

Located adjacent to Melbourne, Baw Baw Shire is one of Victoria's fastest growing municipalities with freeway and V/Line access into Melbourne's CBD and suburbs. This allows easy access to training, seminars and conferences in the city, without diminishing the direct impact that comes from working within a close-knit rural community.

The Coordinator Growth Area and Subdivision leads a dedicated team responsible for managing planning permits within Precinct Structure Plans, Shire-wide certification processes, Statements of Compliance (SOC) applications, and subdivision infrastructure standards across Baw Baw Shire. This role ensures compliance with planning and subdivision legislation, drives the implementation of Precinct Structure Plans and Development Contribution Plans, and works closely with stakeholders to deliver sustainable, well-planned communities. You will provide expert advice, champion process improvements, and support the Shire’s strategic growth objectives. This is a unique opportunity to oversee the entire development process, from planning permit inception through to Statement of Compliance, under one coordinated leadership. Baw Baw Shire offers the best of both worlds, fast-paced urban growth in a beautiful regional setting. If you’re an experienced planning leader looking to make a genuine impact while enjoying lifestyle balance, this is a rare chance to shape one of Victoria’s most dynamic regions.

About the Successful Candidate

You are a confident and capable planning professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for shaping thriving, future-ready communities. With extensive experience in statutory planning, subdivision processes, and infrastructure delivery, you bring a strategic, solution-focused mindset and a collaborative approach to leading complex projects and multidisciplinary teams. You thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and excel at navigating the challenges of growth with clarity and purpose. Your strong communication and negotiation skills, combined with your ability to interpret planning legislation and build productive relationships, make you well-positioned to lead and influence Baw Baw Shire’s next chapter of urban development.

Why you/'ll love working at Baw Baw Shire

We believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We support diversity and encourage applications from persons of all backgrounds. Here are some reasons you might love working with us:

- Hybrid work is the norm here at Baw Baw for roles that can support it.
- Flexible work options, Baw Baw is committed to work-life balance.
- Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs.
- Access to rostered day off every four weeks (when working full time.)
- Career development opportunities.
- Study/development assistance.
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
- A thriving Social Club.
- Close to Public transport.
- Ample free parking nearby.

Further Information and How To Apply

To apply, please review the position description and complete your application below including a current copy of your resume and a covering letter.

Applications close at 5pm on Sunday 2 November 2025 and must be submitted through the application form below.

Baw Baw Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and works in the interest of the safety of children and young people. Our recruitment processes reflect this commitment.

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