At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dedicated team in shaping the future of a stunning coastal town.
- Company: Join a supportive Shire with a strong community focus in beautiful Esperance.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, relocation assistance, five weeks leave, and professional development.
- Other info: Enjoy a collegial culture with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on local planning while enjoying a vibrant coastal lifestyle.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualification in Town Planning or related field and leadership experience.
The predicted salary is between 120000 - 130000 $ per year.
- Relocate to one of Australia’s most spectacular coastal regions, with a genuinely supportive team culture.
- Work with an experienced, dedicated team with strong expertise across Planning, Building and Environmental Health
About the Role
Lead the Shire’s Development Services team (Planning, Building and Environmental Health) for a two-year term, delivering strategic leadership, driving a major subdivision, and leading a Planning Scheme review that will shape Esperance for decades.
Duties
- Lead the department and set day-to-day direction for the team of nine.
- Oversee statutory and operational compliance across Planning, Building and Environmental Health.
- Manage the department's annual budget.
- Lead the review of strategic documents, including the Local Planning Scheme and Public Health Plan.
- Prepare and present reports for Council and Committee meetings.
Skills & Experience
- Relevant tertiary qualification in Town Planning, Environmental Health or Building Surveying.
- Proven experience leading a multi-disciplinary team in a local government setting.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to advocate, negotiate and mediate.
- Knowledge of statutory processes, including the Planning and Development Act and BCA.
- Experience preparing and presenting reports to elected members and developing budgets.
- Salary package of up to $130,000 plus super, plus employer co-contribution (up to 5%).
- Shire vehicle provided, relocation allowance, and six months' housing assistance.
- Five weeks annual leave, plus an RDO every four weeks.
- Uniform allowance and paid professional development.
- Free gym and pool membership.
About the Company
Esperance sits on WA's south-east coast.
With over 300 staff, the Shire is one of the region's biggest employers, running like a tight-knit community where people pull in the same direction.
Culture is collegiate and supportive, with a focus on health, wellbeing, and career progression.
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Manager Planning & Development employer: Shire Of Esperance
Join the Shire of Esperance, a leading employer in a stunning coastal town, where you will have the opportunity to shape the future of the community through strategic leadership in Planning and Development. With a strong focus on employee wellbeing, professional growth, and a supportive work culture, you will enjoy generous benefits including five weeks of annual leave, relocation assistance, and a commitment to your career progression. Experience the unique advantage of working in a tight-knit environment that values collaboration and community spirit.
