Head of Planning Services & Growth Strategy

Director, Head Of Government; Sydney; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Lane Cove Council in Sydney’s Lower North Shore is seeking a Manager Planning Services to lead planning strategy and development assessment, shaping its Local Environmental Plan, Development Control Plans and Local Strategic Planning Statement. The role drives housing and employment land strategies, structure and master plans, and oversees major precinct planning projects.

Reporting to the Director Planning and Sustainability, you will lead the preparation and review work, manage major projects,

Qualifications

• Hold a degree in town planning, urban planning or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high‑performing planning teams.
• Strong judgement on difficult planning matters and change management.
• Experience presenting to Councillors and Executive Leadership Teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership of Council’s planning functions, including development assessment and strategic planning teams.
• Lead the preparation and review of the Local Environmental Plan, Development Control Plans and Local Strategic Planning Statement.
• Manage major strategic and precinct planning projects and ensure timely, compliant development assessments.
• Represent Council in negotiations, appeals and hearings and maintain productive relationships with stakeholders.

Job description

Lane Cove Council in Sydney’s Lower North Shore is seeking a Manager Planning Services to lead planning strategy and development assessment, shaping its Local Environmental Plan, Development Control Plans and Local Strategic Planning Statement. The role drives housing and employment land strategies, structure and master plans, and oversees major precinct planning projects.

Reporting to the Director Planning and Sustainability, you will lead the preparation and review work, manage major projects,