Join our Development Services team as Team Leader – Development Engineering and play a key role in shaping the region’s future.

From stunning coastlines to thriving bushland, Sutherland Shire offers a unique setting for innovative and sustainable development.

Lead a specialist team, drive sustainable development outcomes, ensure regulatory compliance, and deliver customer-first service — all while fostering professional growth within your team.

About Sutherland Shire Council

At Sutherland Shire Council, we’re committed to balancing growth with sustainability. Our Development Services team plays a key role in shaping the future of our community, delivering essential infrastructure outcomes, and upholding high standards in planning and development.

Sutherland Shire Council is seeking a dynamic and technically skilled Team Leader – Development Engineering to lead a specialist team responsible for assessing and managing infrastructure associated with development applications. Work within a collaborative, customer-focused environment where innovation and continuous improvement are valued. This is your opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of one of Sydney’s most vibrant and diverse communities.

Position Overview

As the Team Leader – Development Engineering, you will:

Lead and manage a high-performing team of development engineers.

Confirm that assessments comply with Council’s policies, planning instruments, and all relevant legislative obligations.

Drive process improvement and champion a culture of customer service and safety.

Provide expert guidance on complex development matters, including land titling, subdivision certificates, and infrastructure design.

Foster strong relationships with internal teams, external stakeholders, developers, contractors, and government agencies.

Represent Council as an expert witness at the NSW Land & Environment Court when required.

Support team development through mentoring, feedback, and Council’s professional growth programs.

• Ensure engineering assessments align with timeframes for development assessment and take a proactive approach to problem resolution.

Who We’re Looking For

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced leader with a passion for driving excellence in development engineering. The ideal candidate will possess:

• Tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering or an equivalent qualification.
• A valid Class C Drivers Licence and General Construction Induction Card NSW.
• Extensive experience in development assessment and managing a team within a fast-paced local government environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to foster relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Proven problem-solving abilities and sound judgement in engineering matters.
• A thorough understanding of land titling matters and relevant environmental legislation.

If you are ready to take on the challenge of leading a dedicated team and making a difference in our community, we want to hear from you!

Join our Team and Grow with Us!

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council!

• Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
• Get your application in by 11.59pm: Sunday 9th November 2025.
• Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated within two weeks of closing.
• Package: From $117,242 - $133,307 gross p.a. plus 12% superannuation. In addition an award vehicle allowance of $10,780 gross p.a will be paid.
• Hours of work: Permanent Full Time 35 hours per week, you will have the option of a 19 day month through Council’s flex system.
• To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid-19 Vaccination), and will also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Reach out to Grant Rayner, Development Assessment & Certification Manager , [email protected] for any job specific enquiries.
Lucille Kilshaw, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, [email protected] , can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.

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