Team Leader Development & Landscape Assessments

• Salary $127,037.56 to $147,362.80 p/a + super
• Permanent full time position – 35 hours per week
• Access to private use of a vehicle through Council’s Private Leaseback Scheme

About Ku-ring-gai Council

Ku-ring-gai Council is one of Sydney’s most environmentally significant local government areas, home to stunning bushland, vibrant communities and a strong commitment to sustainability.

We are currently seeking an experienced and passionate Team Leader – Development & Landscape Assessments to lead a high-performing team overseeing the assessment of landscape, tree and ecological components of development applications.

Reporting to the Manager Development Assessment Services, your duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team of landscape and environmental professionals
• Oversee assessment and reporting of landscape, tree and ecological impacts of development applications
• Ensure reports are thorough, compliant, and defensible in legal proceedings
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including Councillors, developers and the community
• Monitor compliance and enforcement of conditions related to landscape and environmental matters
• Provide strategic guidance and policy input to support environmentally responsible development
• Deliver on timeframes and performance targets for all referral and assessment work

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• Tertiary qualifications in Landscape Architecture or equivalent
• Current Class C Driver’s Licence
• At least 5 years in landscape development assessment
• Demonstrated experience in supervising teams and managing consultants
• Working knowledge of development control, environmental and open space conservation issues
• Expert understanding of planning legislation, development control processes and environmental impact assessment
• Strong knowledge of landscape and arboricultural principles, tree management and ecological assessment
• High-level written and verbal communication skills
• Skilled in conflict resolution and decision-making under pressure
• Ability to prepare high-quality reports and court-defensible recommendations
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and local government planning systems

If you’re a strong people leader with a passion for landscape architecture, environmental protection and sound planning, we invite you to apply for this opportunity.

Benefits

• 35 hour working week
• Work from Home (WFH) options / Flexible Working Arrangements in line with Council’s Policy and subject to approval
• Access to private use of a vehicle through Council’s Private Leaseback Scheme
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Health & Fitness $100 yearly reimbursement (conditional)
• Free confidential Employee Assistance Program
• Beautiful Ku-ring-gai Location
• Supportive team environment
• Access to a wide range of development and training opportunities

For more information on the benefits offered at Ku-ring-gai Council, please refer to our website click here.

How to apply

Applicants are required to address all Essential Criteria as listed within the Position Description to be eligible for an interview.

Like to know more? Contact Shaun Garland on 9424 0988

Closes: 11:30pm, Friday 1 August 2025

Ku-ring-gai Council is an equal opportunity employer