Executive Manager City Planning and Development

Located 20km west of Sydney on Dharug country, with a population of over 250,000 residents, Cumberland City Council is the fourth most populous Local Government Area in Greater Sydney. Cumberland boasts one of the most diverse communities in Australia, with people from many different backgrounds and cultures living alongside one another.

Our people are focused on driving community outcomes, programs and services to innovate, inspire and deliver change for the community we represent and has worked hard to fulfil its community’s vision for Cumberland as a place where anyone can feel welcome, belong and succeed.

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. 

The successful applicant will require:

• 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.

Download the position description here for more information. 

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: The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award.

• Grade 18 of the Cumberland Salary Structure with a salary range of $4,209.38 to $4,840.78 per week, plus 12% superannuation
• The commencing salary will be negotiated, taking into consideration the successful applicant's qualifications, skills and experience related to the role
• Car allowance of $12,435.02 per annum or a leaseback vehicle
• Mobile phone

What you'll need to have for this role:

• The right to live and work in Australia
• Be able to provide information for pre-employment checks required for the position, including attending a physical pre-employment medical examination as required
• Participate in health monitoring as outlined in the risk assessment for this position and Council’s Health Monitoring Procedure, as required.

• We promote work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements including working from home opportunities or up to an additional five (5) days' leave for front-facing roles that are unable to access working from home arrangements
• Training and professional development opportunities available to develop skills and grow your career
• Leave entitlements including annual leave, 10 days personal leave and up to five (5) days of MyLeave per year, parental leave entitlements and access to Long Service Leave after five (5) years (where applicable)
• Three (3) additional grant days of paid leave over Christmas (where applicable)
• Corporate Health Insurance discounts
• Health and Wellbeing Programs to support our staff by providing access to online professional learning, paid leave to undertake annual skin checks, COVID-19 vaccinations and to donate blood
• Subsidies to assist with the cost of wellness and fitness activities
• Free access to Council owned and managed Aquatic Centres
• Access to Council's Fitness Passport Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people, and fully supports the aims and objectives of NSW Child Protection Legislation, and associated provisions. Council will implement all necessary measures to ensure a safe and supportive environment, which endeavours to promote child protection practices. It is essential for applicants to submit their WWCC number with their application, if required, and it is an offence under NSW legislation for barred workers to apply for or otherwise attempt to obtain, undertake or remain in child-related employment.

Cumberland City Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, reflective of the community it represents. Council welcomes and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, and is committed to providing an accessible and safe workplace for our staff through making reasonable adjustments. If you have any accessibility or support requirements throughout the recruitment process, please contact the hiring manager during the application process. 

Contact Daniel Cavallo, Director Environment and Planning on 8757 9850 or ***************@cumberland.nsw.gov.au for further information.

Closing date: 11:59pm, Monday 24 August 2026

  HOW TO APPLY

To submit your application for this position, please complete the questionnaire.  You'll be asked to attach your resume and any relevant qualifications (if required) to complete your application. Make sure you have these attachments ready before you apply as your application cannot be submitted until completed.