The City of Coffs Harbour – Coffs Harbour NSW

$177,000 - $186,500 a year

Full time, Permanent

15d ago , from Planning Institute Australia

Lead planning, development and environmental outcomes across one of Australia's most liveable regional cities

Permanent executive leadership role with the opportunity to shape and influence the future direction of the Coffs Coast

Attractive salary on offer from around $180K + 12% superannuation + leaseback vehicle option

About the role

The City of Coffs Harbour is looking for an experienced and inspiring leader to join our Executive Leadership Team as the Group Leader Planning and Environment.

Reporting directly to the Director City Planning and Communities, you'll provide strategic direction across a diverse portfolio spanning planning, environmental management, development assessment, building certification, development engineering, compliance, public health and natural resource planning. This is a rare chance to shape and influence the future of a growing regional city while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of living and working on the beautiful Coffs Coast.

Please refer to the position description for a more detailed understanding of the role.

About you

We're looking for a confident and collaborative leader who enjoys building high-performing teams, navigating complexity and creating positive outcomes for communities. You will combine strategic thinking with practical delivery and have a proven ability to inspire people, influence stakeholders and lead change.

You will bring:

- Tertiary qualifications in town planning, urban planning, natural resource planning or a related discipline.
- Significant senior leadership experience within planning, development,



environmental management or related fields.
- Demonstrated success leading high-performing teams through change and transformation.
- Strong strategic thinking, political acumen and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience working across government, industry and community sectors.
- Outstanding communication, negotiation and relationship-building capabilities.
- A passion for creating sustainable, thriving communities.

What's on offer?

- Competitive salary, from around $177K - $186.5K, depending on your capabilities and experience
- + 12% superannuation
- + Leaseback vehicle options
- Permanent Full Time 35-hours per week
- Brand new award winning office location at Yarrila Place!
- Flex time, flexible work arrangements and generous leave entitlements
- Numerous benefits as outlined here!

About us

The City of Coffs Harbour strives to ensure the community and visitors can enjoy and grow the City's opportunities. We empower our people to innovate and work collaboratively with accountability and respect at the core of our approach. This is an excellent opportunity to be a part of a dynamic organisation and a thriving community in one of NSW's most beautiful regions. Check out the benefits of living on the Coffs Coast

Hear from our General Manager, Murray "Muz" Wood, on why a career at the City may be right for you!

The City of Coffs Harbour is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace based on the principles of employment equity and diversity. We actively encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds, regardless of race, religion, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran or disability status.

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📌 Group Leader Planning and Environment (Coffs Harbour)
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