Regulatory Services Manager

Careers at Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Sutherland Shire Council is seeking a Regulatory Services Manager to lead our regulatory functions, including development compliance, ranger services and parking enforcement, in a growing community of 230,000+. You will shape policy, drive outcomes and ensure fair, consistent regulatory decisions.

Reporting to the Senior Manager Environment and Regulation, you will inspire and develop a diverse team, foster exceptional customer experience and deliver high-quality regulatory services for the

Qualifications

• Experience in Development Compliance.
• Experience in Town Planning.
• Certification and Regulatory Services experience.
• Proven leadership to lead a multi-disciplinary workforce.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multi-disciplinary team delivering regulatory services.
• Oversee development compliance, ranger services and parking enforcement.
• Drive customer-focused outcomes and community confidence.
• Provide strategic and hands-on leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Development Compliance

Town Planning

Certification

Regulatory Services

Job description

Join Sutherland Shire Council as Regulatory Services Manager!

We're committed to delivering high-quality services that enhance the lives of our vibrant and growing community. This leadership role will help shape the future of the Shire by managing our development compliance, ranger services and parking enforcement functions.

As Regulatory Services Manager, you'll lead a dedicated team that contribute to the delivery of consistent, fair and effective regulatory outcomes that underpin community confidence in Council. With over 230,000+ residents, your work will make a tangible difference.

Make a Lasting Impact in the Shire

Your Role: Strategic, Customer-Centric, Impactful

It's a great time to be part of Sutherland Shire Council. We're committed to delivering high-quality services that enhance the lives of our vibrant and growing community. This leadership role will help shape the future of the Shire by managing our development compliance, ranger services and parking enforcement functions.

You will provide human-centred leadership that inspires and empowers a multi-disciplined workforce. You'll build on our existing achievements while driving exceptional customer experience.

As Regulatory Services Manager, you will lead a diverse team of professionals responsible for shaping and delivering high-quality regulatory services that protect the community, environment and public assets.

A positive attitude and a hands‑on approach are critical, with a focus on how we can make a difference and deliver brilliant outcomes for our community. We have an awesome team waiting to kick goals with you, open to change and ready to contribute. It is important that you are a leader that will inspire, coach and develop our teams to be their best.

Reporting directly to the Senior Manager Environment and Regulation, you will require exceptional leadership capability and proven success in Development Compliance, Town Planning, Certification, Regulatory Services or related field.

Applications close 11:59pm on Sunday 25 October 2026.

Council is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the NSW Government's Child Safe Standards are incorporated in our procedures, practices, programs, and events.

Sutherland Shire Council values the skills and attributes Veterans can bring to our Council. We understand that transitioning to roles outside of Defence can feel challenging. If you're unsure where to begin or would appreciate guidance throughout the application process, please don't hesitate to contact us.