Coordinator Development Assessment

Permanent, Full-Time | $137, $159, % superannuation | Hurstville

About The Role

Georges River Council is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Coordinator Development Assessment to support the Manager Development and Building in leading a dynamic team of Development Assessment staff. This pivotal role ensures the delivery of appropriate development outcomes that balance the natural, built, social, and economic environments in alignment with the public interest.

The successful candidate will oversee the assessment and determination of development applications under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, manage court appeals, and drive continuous improvement in customer service standards.

Key responsibilities include implementing process enhancements for statutory compliance, allocating duties efficiently, undertaking complex planning tasks, contributing to business planning and financial sustainability, and ensuring the effective management of planning panel processes. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in shaping the future of the Georges River Council area.

What We Offer

• Permanent, Full time - 70 hours per fortnight
• Salary from $137, $159,150.21 per annum plus 12% superannuation (dependant on the skills, qualifications and relevant experience of the suitable candidate)
• Vehicle Allowance OR leaseback vehicle
• 9-day fortnight subject to operational requirements
• Hybrid working environment and flexible start and finish times
• Health and Wellbeing paid leave
• Fitness Passport Program offering discounted membership for you and your family to selected facilities
• Salary packaging options
• Employee Rewards Program
• Ongoing Education and Resources

The successful candidate will have

• Tertiary Qualifications in Town Planning, Building Surveying or related field
• Construction Induction (White card)
• Current NSW Drivers Licence
• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, Environmental Planning Instruments and relevant NSW Planning legislation as they relate to Georges River Council
• Ability to lead, direct and motivate staff, and to ensure that appropriate performance management criteria is implemented within the team
• Computer literacy, the ability to analyse and interpret statistical data, and a high level of written and oral communication skills
• Ability to present accurate, clear, concise and timely reports and correspondence on all activities and matters affecting the operations of the team
• High level of customer service focus and the demonstrated ability to negotiate and mediate to objectively solve disputes and/or problems that may arise with the Division or with external contacts
• Ability to communicate with Councillors, the community and other stakeholders involved in environmental public health, and local government regulatory disciplines, and the ability to work co-operatively with other Directorates of Council
• Demonstrated ability to deliver process improvements and engender ownership of processes and procedures by users
• Ability to actively manage team performance against key performance indicators
• Ability to actively participate in business planning and financial management / sustainability of the team operations
• Proven organisation and time management skills
• Experience in Class 1 and/or Class 4 proceedings in the Land and Environment Court as an expert town planning witness

If you have made a positive commitment to further your career and you possess the attributes located in the Position Description essential criteria, then please submit your application today. Applicants are asked to ensure that they provide responses to the targeted questions, failure to do so may result in your application not being considered.

If you would like further information on this role, please contact Kristy Griffiths, Manager Development and Buildingon

Applications must be completed and submitted via our website. Closing Date: Thursday, 28 August 2025 at 11:59 pm AEST

Offers of employment at Georges River Council are contingent upon satisfactory results of a thorough background check.

Georges River Council is a progressive, people-focused organisation with 600 dedicated staff delivering exceptional services to our diverse and vibrant community. Our vision is to be 'naturally connected to place, community, and Country'. We are committed to creating accessible green, and liveable spaces, nurturing creativity, protecting the natural environment, and building a thriving local economy.

We foster our values of Accountability, Professionalism, Unity and Honesty and take pride in promoting the image of Council in the community.

We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

At Georges River Council we are committed to putting children first and championing child safety within our community. We actively advocate for the rights of children and young people and will uphold our commitment as a child safe organisation.

Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights (with no Visa restrictions) to apply for this position.