• Lead projects that shape Willoughby’s future and enrich community life

• Flexible working and RDO’s available

• Salary from $128,405.61 - $138,426.30 per annum plus 12% Superannuation

Make a Difference Where You Work

Join Willoughby City Council in a leadership role that directly shapes the future of our community. As Development Delivery Team Leader, you’ll guide a team of specialists to deliver high-quality, sustainable development outcomes that enhance public spaces, improve infrastructure, and reflect the values of our residents. You’ll lead the technical assessment of development applications and infrastructure, with a focus on referral advice, and oversee construction permits and Council approvals to support seamless project delivery. This is your chance to shape the city’s growth by blending innovation, regulatory compliance and community priorities within a collaborative environment that values your leadership and expertise.

Why Join Us? 

• Make a lasting impact:  Lead development projects that directly enhance the quality of life for the local community.

• Work with purpose: Collaborate in a team that drives innovative, sustainable development for the community.

• Grow your career: Take on a leadership role with variety, challenge, and the chance to shape the future of one of Sydney’s most vibrant council areas.

About the Role

As the Development Delivery Team Leader, you will:

• Lead and mentor a diverse team of development specialists to deliver high-quality outcomes across the Willoughby LGA, including development control engineers, a traffic officer, landscape architect, arborist, and waste specialist.

• Provide technical expertise on referrals related to waste management, stormwater, traffic and parking, landscape architecture, and arboriculture.

• Manage construction permits and approvals throughout the project lifecycle, supporting efficient and compliant project delivery.

• Communicate technical information clearly, negotiate with developers and contractors, and resolve conflicts effectively.

• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to coordinate policy approaches and resolve complex development challenges.

• Represent Council in legal proceedings as an expert witness, contributing to sound planning decisions and upholding regulatory integrity.

• Enhance the Development Assessment Referral process by driving best practices and ensuring quality service delivery.

What You’ll Bring: 

• A degree or qualification in Town Planning, Urban Design, Civil or Environmental Engineering, or a related field, along with solid experience in development or infrastructure projects.

• Hands-on experience managing complex or large-scale development applications, especially in busy urban or CBD environments.

• A good understanding of current Australian design standards and how they apply to development projects.

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide, support and motivate a diverse team of professionals.

• Excellent organisational and time management skills to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines effectively.

• Confidence using systems to manage records and data accurately and efficiently.

Desirable:

• Experience with TechnologyOne or other cloud-based enterprise systems

How to apply

Visit https://www.willoughby.nsw.gov.au/Council/Working-with-us/Careers  to apply or learn more including all about the range of benefits on offer at Willoughby.

For more information, contact: Caitlin McNally, Acting Manager - Development Assessment at Caitlin.McNally@Willoughby.nsw.gov.au or +61 2 9777 7625. Applications should address all the key responsibilities outlined in the Position Description.

Successful candidates may be required to undertake pre-employment screening including police and qualification checks.

Applications close: Sunday, 26 October 2025 at 11:30pm

Please note recruitment activity may commence before the closing date.

At Willoughby City Council, inclusion, diversity and belonging are core to how we work and how we recruit. We are committed to building a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community – one where everyone feels respected, valued and supported to contribute fully. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities and identities – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, LGBTIQA+ communities, veterans, and people of all ages. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know. We are committed to ensuring an accessible, inclusive and barrier-free experience for every candidate.