Strategic Leader – Health & Development Services (Rural)

Warren Shire Council Nsw; Warren; On-site; AUD 138,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidised housing available

Motor vehicle with private use (lease/

Salary sacrifice options

Relocation assistance considered

Job summary

Warren Shire Council seeks an accomplished professional to lead our Health and Development Services Department. Reporting to the General Manager as part of the Senior Management Team, you will oversee building and regulatory services, waste management, property and swimming pool management, community services, planning, development and customer service functions.

This role demands senior leadership, strategic vision and cross-department collaboration to deliver meaningful impact for the rural

Qualifications

• Diploma in Building Surveying (or equivalent) with relevant experience.
• Demonstrated senior management experience with strong leadership capability.
• Expert knowledge of the Building Code of Australia, NSW EP&A Act, NSW Local Government Act, and local government budgeting.
• Understanding of community services and development practices.
• High-level communication, interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills.
• Strong project and program management experience across health, development, building and waste areas.
• Proven ability to write policy and procedures aligned to local government requirements.
• Capacity to interpret the political, social and economic context and develop effective strategies.
• WHS Construction Induction (White Card) and Class C Driver Licence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee building and regulatory services, waste management, property and swimming pool management.
• Lead community services, planning, development and key customer service functions.
• Collaborate across departments to deliver long-term town priorities.
• Develop policies and procedures aligned to local government requirements.

Skills

Senior management experience

Leadership capability

WHS knowledge

Policy development

Education

Diploma in Building Surveying

Job description

Warren Shire Council seeks an accomplished professional to lead our Health and Development Services Department. Reporting to the General Manager as part of the Senior Management Team, you will oversee building and regulatory services, waste management, property and swimming pool management, community services, planning, development and customer service functions.

This role demands senior leadership, strategic vision and cross-department collaboration to deliver meaningful impact for the rural