Manager Contributions Planning

4 days ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Wollondilly Shire Council Full time

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Overview
Wollondilly Shire Council is experiencing tremendous growth and an opportunity exists for an experienced leader to manage Council's Contributions Planning Team. We are looking for a strategic and experienced leader to join us as
Manager Contributions Planning
, a role vital to how we plan, fund, and deliver infrastructure for our community.
If you are ready to help shape the future of Wollondilly, lead with purpose, plan long term, and deliver with integrity, this is the position you have been looking for.
Responsibilities
This management role will lead our Contributions Planning Team, overseeing development contributions, guiding planning agreements, and ensuring every contribution supports the right projects at the right time. You will report to the Director Shire Performance and will prepare and deliver Council initiatives in development contributions, implement and review contributions plans, and oversee the financial management of contributions for Council.
Key responsibilities include:
Lead and develop the Contributions Planning Team.
Oversee development contributions, planning agreements, and related financial management.
Prepare and deliver council initiatives in development contributions and contribute to long-term planning.
Ensure contributions support the right projects at the right time.
Qualifications and experience
Demonstrated ability to understand relevant planning legislation and interpret planning instruments.
Experience in project management, developing project plans, and tracking progress.
Leadership and management experience with the ability to lead, facilitate, and motivate across the organisation.
Exceptional customer and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with executives, Councillors, staff, and external stakeholders.
Proven high-level written and verbal communication skills, including ability to prepare well-considered reports for Executive and Councillors.
Experience in staff management.
Contribute to establishing long-term customer service programs and initiatives to improve service levels.
Extensive experience in planning long-term strategies.
Degree qualification in Town Planning, Asset Management, Civil/Structural Engineering, or Financial Management.
What we can offer you
Located on Sydney's southern fringe, Wollondilly Shire Council spans 2,560 km2 of natural bushland, scenic waterways, and vibrant communities. We strive to deliver high-performing services and actively cultivate a positive and supportive work environment with a range of benefits to support, reward, and engage our workforce.
Growth Learning Program to learn, develop and grow your career
STAR Reward and Recognition program
Educational Assistance Program
Health & Wellbeing programs
Employee Assistance Program
Additional information
Further Information:
Rob Seidel, Director Shire Performance,
Applications Close:
5:00pm Monday, 6 October 2025
Only applications received via Council's online recruitment platform will be considered. To apply for this position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, a permanent resident, or have unlimited work rights in Australia without visa restrictions.
All positions are engaged Monday to Sunday (except otherwise stated) in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award. Shortlisted applicants may be required to complete pre-employment checks including medical assessment, police clearance, qualification and bankruptcy verification, and a valid WWCC.
Wollondilly Shire Council is committed to fostering a positive, inclusive, and diverse workplace culture. We uphold our responsibility as a child-safe organisation and encourage applications from First Nations peoples, individuals with disability, veterans, LGBTQIA+ community members, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. We actively provide reasonable adjustments to support applicants throughout the recruitment process.
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Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Strategy/Planning, Finance, and Management
Industries: Government Administration
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