Director Development Services

About the position:

The City is seeking a motivated and experienced individual to take on this diverse portfolio, responsible for the areas of City Growth, Customer & Business Engagement, Property Services and Regulatory Services.

Reporting directly to the CEO, this critical leadership role will be required to drive and deliver the strategic and operational objectives across all areas of responsibility whilst also providing strong, inspiring leadership to a multi-disciplinary team.

Key Accountabilities:

Ensure ongoing excellence in service delivery across all branches:

• Ensure the respective elements of the City's Strategic Community Plan and Business Plan are achieved.
• Oversee the strategic planning and direction of all land use assessment of the City and Crown land holdings.
• Oversee the effective delivery of reactive and scheduled maintenance activities for all City buildings and facilities.
• Effectively manage the delivery of regulatory services in the environmental health, rangers and emergency services areas.
• Oversee the development and adoption of a local Public Health Plan.
• Ensure the identification, development, implementation and review of local laws, strategies, guidelines, policies and procedures in relation to town planning, building surveying, development compliance, heritage, strategic planning and economic development.
• Oversee and develop the City's customer service and economic development portfolio, including planning and facilitating investment and sustainable growth ensuring the economic development goals identified in the Community Strategic Plan, Corporate Business Plan and Growth Plan are achieved.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders including Councillors and relevant State and Federal government agencies.
• Contributing to the strategic development, policy formulation and management of the organisation as a member of the Executive Team.

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To gain a better understanding of the role, please call Ross McKim, Chief Executive Officer on

Position requirements:

The successful applicant will possess a relevant qualification in the field of Business, Economics and/or Urban & Regional Planning, along with the ability to demonstrate significant operational and strategic experience as a Senior Manager/Executive in a similar role at a large Local Government, Government Department, or mid-to-large scale private sector company, managing a professional team. Strong leadership skills, well-developed interpersonal and communication skills as well as demonstrated technical skills relevant to the areas of responsibility are all key requirements of this position.

Completion of a pre-employment medical including alcohol and other substances testing is required of all positions at the City.

Remuneration and benefits:

This role is offered as a five (5) year fixed term contract. A remuneration package commensurate with knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications will be offered.

Some of the additional benefits of working for the City include:

• Up to 21% Superannuation (with superannuation co-contribution scheme)
• 27 Annual Leave days per annum
• Health & Wellbeing Program
• Flexible working arrangements
• Career opportunities
• Study Assistance
• Centrally located
• Free parking

About the City of Greater Geraldton:

O
verlooking the Indian Ocean, Geraldton is a thriving regional city at the heart of Australia's Coral Coast. With a growing population of over 41,000 people it offers a wide range of services and activities. Geraldton is recognised as one of WA's key growth areas and the opportunities in this regional city are plentiful. You can be part of working with us to deliver the best for our community and this region.

The City of Greater Geraldton actively welcomes, includes and values the unique contributions of all people in its workplace. The City welcomes applications from all age groups, people with a disability, and those from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer with strong commitment to fitness for work and safety in the workplace.

Interested in applying?

For information on how to apply for this position, visit the City's website:

Applications close 4pm Monday 29 September 2025

Ross McKim

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER