Growth Planning & Development Lead

MKO Global Partners; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 176,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Learning & development

Wellbeing programs

Values-driven culture

Opportunity to contribute to Mitchell 

Meaningful work

Job summary

Mitchell Shire Council seeks an experienced Manager, Growth Planning and Development Services to lead growth area planning, planning and building services across one of Victoria's fastest-growing regions. This role shapes housing, infrastructure and liveable communities while managing complex development matters.

You will provide strategic guidance to Council and work with government, developers and stakeholders to turn growth plans into tangible outcomes, supported by a collaborative Senior

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in urban and regional planning, town planning or a related discipline, with eligibility for full membership of the Planning Institute of Australia.
• Significant leadership experience in planning and development, ideally within local government, state government or the development sector.
• Strong knowledge of Victoria's planning framework and demonstrated experience in growth area planning, statutory planning and complex development matters.
• An understanding of building services and regulatory responsibilities, with the ability to provide effective leadership and oversight.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop professional teams, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Well-developed communication, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills, with the confidence to navigate complex issues and influence positive outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Leading and developing high-performing teams across growth area planning, statutory planning and building services.
• Driving a proactive and coordinated approach to planning and development that supports housing, infrastructure, transport, open space and community needs.
• Overseeing complex planning and development matters, working collaboratively to identify practical solutions and achieve quality outcomes.
• Building strong relationships with government, industry and community stakeholders to influence growth and development priorities.
• Championing efficient, responsive and customer-focused planning and building services while maintaining strong governance and regulatory compliance.
• Providing strategic advice to Council and Executive Leadership and contributing to broader organisational priorities as a member of Council's Senior Management Team.

Skills

Strategic mindset

Leadership

Professional judgement

Stakeholder engagement

Negotiation

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Urban and regional planning qualification

Job description

Mitchell Shire Council seeks an experienced Manager, Growth Planning and Development Services to lead growth area planning, planning and building services across one of Victoria's fastest-growing regions. This role shapes housing, infrastructure and liveable communities while managing complex development matters.

You will provide strategic guidance to Council and work with government, developers and stakeholders to turn growth plans into tangible outcomes, supported by a collaborative Senior