Director City Development

1 day ago

Nowra, New South Wales, Australia Careers at Council Full time

Nowra, New South Wales

Full-time

Description
Lead a great team and shape the future of a stunning coastal region.

  • Advise Council on planning and environmental matters as part of the ELT
  • Guide the development of a beautiful coastal community
  • Drive continuous improvement within the Council

Are you ready to elevate your career while embracing a coastal lifestyle? Shoalhaven City Council is seeking a passionate and driven Director City Development to join their leadership team. This is your chance to make a real impact on one of Australia's most beautiful and dynamic regions, where stunning beaches and lush national parks are just outside your office.

In this important role, you will provide strategic leadership and direction for the City Development Directorate. You'll be a key advisor to the Chief Executive Officer as well as the Council, helping to shape the future of the region. Your focus will be on the efficient and sustainable delivery of essential services and infrastructure.

The role is multifaceted, touching on everything from strategic planning, development assessment and environmental policy to economic development, and tourism. This is a unique opportunity to oversee and improve critical services that directly affect the daily lives of community members, ensuring their infrastructure meets both current and future needs.

To be successful in this application, you will be a seasoned leader with extensive experience in a senior management role in a NSW local government. You will have a background in areas such as land use planning, development assessment, or environmental management, and a proven track record of inspiring and managing teams to achieve high performance. Exceptional people management skills are essential, as is the ability to communicate effectively and build strong, collaborative relationships with both colleagues and the wider community will be essential for success. Additionally, a strong understanding of financial sustainability, project management, and/or strategic planning will help ensure you succeed in this position.

If you're ready to lead, drive change, and make a meaningful difference, we encourage you to apply by submitting your application online at

All applicants must address the selection criteria to be considered for this role.
For further assistance, please contact Sebastian Kaiser on for a confidential discussion.

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Applications close 5pm, Monday 3 November 2025.
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