Subdivision Team Lead — Drive Approvals & Compliance

Melton City Council; Melton; On-site; AUD 98,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 ADOs

5 weeks annual leave

Flexible work options

Superannuation top-up for female staff

GMHBA health plan

16 weeks Paid Parental Leave

Secondary Carer Leave

Job summary

Melton City Council is seeking a self-motivated Team Leader Subdivisions to guide a small team through subdivision assessments, referrals, and approvals from Certification through to the Statement of Compliance. You will apply Subdivision Act 1988 knowledge, manage staff performance, and drive process improvements, including SPEAR system use, to ensure efficient statutory outcomes.

The role offers an impactful public service in a growing city with a supportive culture and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification or relevant subdivision experience with statutory approvals.
• Specialist knowledge of Subdivision Act 1988 and related regulations.
• Experience advising and resolving complex subdivision matters with stakeholders.
• Demonstrated supervisory ability to lead and motivate staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise and support the subdivision team with coaching and performance management.
• Assess complex subdivision applications and ensure Certification to Statement of Compliance.
• Coordinate referrals and approvals across statutory processes and Council requirements.
• Identify process improvements, including SPEAR system usage and other processes.

Skills

Leadership

Subdivision knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Coaching & development

Education

Tertiary qualification in land surveying/urban planning

Tools

SPEAR system

Job description

Melton City Council is seeking a self-motivated Team Leader Subdivisions to guide a small team through subdivision assessments, referrals, and approvals from Certification through to the Statement of Compliance. You will apply Subdivision Act 1988 knowledge, manage staff performance, and drive process improvements, including SPEAR system use, to ensure efficient statutory outcomes.

The role offers an impactful public service in a growing city with a supportive culture and opportunities for