Coordinator Development Assessment
Location: Hurstville, NSW
Salary: $133,357.46 - $154,541.77 + Super + Leaseback /Car Allowance
Work Type: Full Time, Permanent
Public Sector People on behalf of Georges River Council

Shape the future of one of Sydney’s most diverse and vibrant urban environments.

Public Sector People are proud to be partnering with Georges River Council to recruit a highly capable Coordinator Development Assessment. This is an exciting leadership opportunity to drive best-practice planning outcomes and support sustainable development across a growing LGA.

Key Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Manager Development & Building, you will play a key role in the day-to-day operations and strategic direction of the Development Assessment team. Your responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating development assessment operations to ensure timely and effective planning decisions
• Mentoring and supporting staff across assessment functions
• Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and planning instruments
• Representing Council in Land & Environment Court matters
• Implementing continuous improvement and customer service excellence
• Liaising with key stakeholders, including planning panels, solicitors, and the community
• Delivering complex and high-profile assessments and reports

You’ll Bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in Town Planning, Building Surveying or a related field
• Comprehensive knowledge of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979
• Proven experience leading planning assessment functions, ideally within local government
• High-level communication, negotiation, and mediation skills
• Strong report writing and analytical capability
• A collaborative leadership style with a focus on service excellence and innovation

Why Work at Georges River Council?

• hybrid working arrangements
• wellness perks including flu vaccinations and free counselling
• ability to partake in council’s Flex Fit Scheme including 9-day fortnight, based on operational requirements
• access to council leave entitlements including long service leave after 5 years

• Lead planning coordination in a rapidly developing region
• Work with a forward-thinking and people-focused organisation
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on liveability and community outcomes
• Centrally located in the vibrant and growing St George region
• Take advantage of Council benefits including:

Take the next step in your planning career with a progressive and values-led council.

Contact Esme Lynch at Public Sector People on 0413 282 765 or email [email protected] or alternatively Alex Scott on 0424 150 589 or [email protected]

Applications must be submitted online by 11:59pm, Wednesday 28th May 2025

Please note, recruitment activity will begin prior to the closing date.