Section Leader Development Assessment

Ourmob.com.au Chemistry Pty; Coffs Harbour City Council; On-site; AUD 137,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leaseback vehicle options

Flexible work arrangements

Generous leave entitlements

12% superannuation

Job summary

The City of Coffs Harbour invites applications for a Section Leader Development Assessment to lead a skilled team across development assessment, development engineering and building certification. You will provide clear direction, grow leadership capability and empower your people to deliver timely, consistent and high-quality development outcomes.

Join a team recognised for significant reductions in DA timeframes and a culture focused on customer service.

Qualifications

• Experienced, approachable leader who can bring people together.
• Pragmatic and agile thinker who empowers teams.
• Strong commitment to excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Lead a diverse team across development assessment, development engineering and building certification.
• Provide clear direction and grow leadership capability.
• Deliver timely, consistent and high-quality development outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

• Lead a talented team shaping the future growth of our city
• Build on award-winning improvements in development assessment timeframes
• Drive smarter, faster and more customer-focused outcomes for our community

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to lead positive change, help shape the future of our growing city and make a meaningful difference for customers and the community. As Section Leader Development Assessment, you will lead a talented and diverse team across development assessment, development engineering and building certification. You will provide clear direction, grow leadership capability and empower your people to deliver timely, consistent and high-quality development outcomes. You will be joining a team with plenty to celebrate. They have achieved significant reductions in DA timeframes and have been recognised multiple times through the NSW State Government Faster Assessment Incentives Program. Your role will be to build on this success, maintain momentum and support even smarter, faster and more customer-focused ways of working.

About you

We are looking for an experienced, approachable leader who can bring people together, build on the team's success and keep great results moving forward. You will bring sound judgement, a practical mindset and a genuine commitment to excellent customer service. If you are a pragmatic and agile thinker who enjoys simplifying complexity, empowering people and turning challenges into workable solutions, this could be the opportunity for you.

What's on offer?

• Competitive salary from around $137K - $144K, depending on your capabilities and experience + 12% superannuation
• An enhanced salary package may be available for an outstanding candidate
• Leaseback vehicle options available
• Permanent full-time, 35 hours per week
• Brand new office location at Yarrila Place!
• Flex time, flexible work arrangements and generous leave entitlements!
• Numerous benefits as outlined here!

About us

The City of Coffs Harbour strives to ensure the community and visitors can enjoy and grow the City's opportunities. We empower our people to innovate and work collaboratively with accountability and respect at the core of our approach. This is an excellent opportunity to be a part of a dynamic organisation and a thriving community in one of NSW's most beautiful regions. Check out the benefits of living on the Coffs Coast.

The City of Coffs Harbour is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace based on the principles of employment equity and diversity. We actively encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds, regardless of race, religion, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran or disability status.

Applications Close: 25 Oct 2026