Manager Development Assessment

City of Ryde, just 12 kilometres from Sydney CBD, is a place of unique lifestyle and opportunity. It is home to an engaged and culturally diverse community of around 130,000 people, and a strong and growing Smart City economy including more than 13,000 local businesses, Macquarie Park, world-class hospitals, and a leading university. All balanced with beautiful bushland, riverfront parks, open spaces, and sport facilities.

Our council delivers a broad range of services, projects, programs, and events. We are actively committed to innovation, sustainability, resilience and providing exceptional customer experiences, and this relies on attracting and keeping great people. We offer a range of benefits, including flexible work arrangements, health and wellbeing programs, a learning and development program including study support, and a reward and recognition program.

About the Role

As the Manager of Development Assessment, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our Development Assessment Department.

In this dynamic position, you will bring your exceptional people leadership and strategic business management skills to lead, inspire, and develop a team that thrives on collaboration and excellence. You will support the Executive Manager City Development by overseeing and leading the department’s daily operations, ensuring the effective management of staff, finances, systems, and assets while cultivating a positive and growth-oriented culture.

Aligned with Council’s Community Strategic Plan, you will lead the creation and implementation of your department’s Business Plan, delivering urban planning expertise, development assessment services, and land development solutions that benefit the Ryde community. Your ability to build meaningful stakeholder relationships will be essential, as you represent the department and Council in forums such as the Sydney North Planning Panel and the Ryde Local Planning Panel.

This role offers an exciting opportunity for experienced leaders to make a real impact within the local government sector and contribute to the sustainable development of our community.
About You

You are an inspiring and results-driven leader with a passion for creating high-performing teams and achieving strategic goals. Your exceptional leadership skills enable you to mentor, develop, and empower your team to reach its full potential while fostering a collaborative and positive work environment.

With proven experience in leading and managing a skilled and progressive team, you excel in delegation, motivation, and clear communication, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives and success. Your expertise in development assessment, combined with your strategic vision and ability to deliver outcomes, positions you as a key driver of departmental success.

You thrive on innovation and excellence, leveraging your strengths to create meaningful impacts for the community and contribute to shaping the future of local government planning and development.
In addition, you will also have:

Tertiary qualifications in Town Planning, or equivalent
Extensive local government experience and understanding of Development Applications, Subdivision Certificates and Construction Certificates
Experience in the management of staff and the planning and coordination of work to meet timelines
Excellent time management and organisational skills
Strong analytical skills with excellent understanding of local and state government planning legislation
Well-developed written communication skills with experience in preparing detailed correspondence, reports and submissions
Excellent verbal communication, negotiation and conflict resolution skills
Your commencing salary from $182,132.46 to $203,310.65 + Superannuation + leaseback (subject to your experience and qualifications).

Culture & Benefits

Commitment to providing opportunities for work/life balance
Leaseback Vehicle
Free shuttle bus between the North Ryde Office and North Ryde Metro Station
Hybrid work from home and office arrangements available for eligible positions
Flexibility regarding start and finish times to suit your lifestyle
Long service leave after 5 years, then accrued monthly
18 weeks paid parental leave (for eligible employees)
3 extra grant days at Christmas to ensure you have time to enjoy the holiday
Annual performance reviews and Award increases
Opportunity to sign up as a fitness passport member
Various health & well-being initiatives (i.e. flu vaccinations, etc.)

How to Apply

Please ensure you give full answers to the online application questions, showcasing your abilities and experience. Your answers, in conjunction with your resume, will determine if you are invited to an interview.

Please note you do not need a “password” to use our on-line application system, however you have the option save and return to your application prior to the closing date. In addition to answering the online questions, this position requires you to attach your Resume to complete the application process. Please note, you are not required to submit a cover letter or a statement addressing selection criteria.


Closing Date: Sunday 27 April 2025 at 11:30pm

If you would like to know more, please see the Position Description or contact Kandace Lindeberg, Executive Manager, City Development on 0481 6+4 516 for a confidential discussion.