Planning Compliance Lead — Drive Regulation & Team Growth

Council Jobs; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 102,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Manningham Council in Melbourne is seeking an experienced planning professional to lead our Planning Compliance function and deliver positive outcomes for the community. This role offers the chance to mentor a small team, oversee complex compliance matters and drive service improvements that enhance customer experience.

You will be a proactive leader who builds strong stakeholder relationships, navigates regulatory issues and contributes to the future direction of our planning services in a

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience leading, coaching and developing staff in regulatory/planning or local government.
• Extensive knowledge of the Planning and Environment Act 1987 and planning compliance.
• Proven experience managing complex investigations and enforcement.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Experience driving continuous improvement in systems and processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead Planning Compliance function and mentor a small team.
• Oversee complex compliance matters and drive service improvements.
• Build capability and foster strong stakeholder relationships.
• Navigate regulatory issues to deliver positive community outcomes.

Skills

Staff leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory knowledge

Investigations management

Analytical skills

Job description

Manningham Council in Melbourne is seeking an experienced planning professional to lead our Planning Compliance function and deliver positive outcomes for the community. This role offers the chance to mentor a small team, oversee complex compliance matters and drive service improvements that enhance customer experience.

You will be a proactive leader who builds strong stakeholder relationships, navigates regulatory issues and contributes to the future direction of our planning services in a