Cumberland City is one of the most culturally diverse and vibrant areas in NSW, known for its international food, welcoming community events and festivals, high-quality community programs and extensive networks of green spaces. Located at the entry point to Western Sydney, Cumberland City Council is experiencing significant growth, with its population estimated to reach over 340,000 by 2046.

With this unique offering and continued growth, Cumberland City Council is now seeking an experienced planning executive to manage and lead their City Planning and Development division as Executive Manager.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY The City Planning and Development team sits within Council’s Environment and Planning Directorate and focuses on services and advice to support city planning and development activities in the Cumberland LGA, including development assessment, city planning, advisory services and planning panels management.

In contributing to the overarching vision, the Executive Manager City Planning and Development provides direction, services and advice to support development and building activities in the Cumberland area.

As an experienced customer focused senior leader, you will bring:

- Relevant qualifications in a related discipline or equivalent experience.
- Significant professional experience working in either urban planning, development or building, or in a related field.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in a fast paced environment, including people, operations, financial and risk management.
- Demonstrated high level analytical, problem solving and decision making skills.




- Proven ability to work productively as a member of a team and contribute to team goals.
- Proven ability to work with internal and external stakeholders in a politically sensitive environment.
- Highly advanced written communication, verbal communication, interpersonal and computer literacy skills.
- Sound knowledge of NSW planning and building policy and legislation.

About this role:

- Permanent, full time position
- 70 hour fortnight
- Located at Council's Auburn office, with occasional travel required across Council worksites, and may be required to work across any of Council’s work locations

Salary information: Reporting into the Director, Environment and Planning, a competitive remuneration package is on offer for the successful candidate.

Application Process:

The recruitment for this position is being managed by Greenway Executive Partners - all enquiries and applications must be submitted to them directly. A concurrent search is underway.

For a copy of the position description or a confidential discussion please call Kelly Mico at Greenway Executive Partners on [02 9000 1108](tel:02 9000 1108) or email [email protected]

Previous Applicants

This role was recently advertised on Council’s website. As such, previous applicants do not need to reapply.

How to apply:

To apply please email [email protected] quoting reference EM CPD– 2026. Applications should include a current CV and cover letter outlining how your experience aligns with the essential criteria in the position description.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for consideration.

Closing date:

Applications must be received by 5.00pm AEST, Monday 14 September 2026

📌 Executive Manager, City Planning and Development (Auburn)
🏢 Greenway Executive Partners
📍 Auburn