Development Manager

About You

We are looking for individuals who are passionate and experienced in managing government property transactions, including the acquisition of land through both a compulsory and a negotiated agreement process, permanent road closures and other government property dealings.

Problem solving, project management and working collaboratively are skills which will see the successful applicant thrive in this role.  Your project planning skills will be key in juggling and meeting competing priorities, while your ability to work collaboratively with your team and others will be the key to achieving outcomes in a busy and agile environment.  To be successful in the role, you will also have:

• strong technical skills in public land management to deliver Councils statutory property program of acquisitions and other dealings
• very strong facilitation and negotiation skills
• the ability to identify issues and manage competing priorities while meeting deadlines.
• a high attention to detail and great communication skills

About the Opportunity

The Development Manager is a key role in the Property Solutions team within the Property Investment Department. The Development Manager works collaboratively within a technical team delivering a diverse range of government property transactions and dealings.

The key functions of the role includes managing end to end processes for the acquisition of land in accordance with Councils role as acquisition authority. You will also facilitate land transfers, road closures and other dealings on public land while effectively managing and administering each matter to ensure public accountability, transparency and legislative compliance.

This is a temporary, Maternity Relief position from January up to September with a possible extension until January .

*Interviews will be held late January, early February .

A Recruitment Pool eligibility list (e-list) may be created to fill similar roles for both ongoing and temporary opportunities if they arise within the next 12 months.

Essential Criteria:

• Experience and/or a tertiary qualification in project management, development management, property economics, valuation, planning or related field.
• Knowledge of the relevant Local and NSW Government Legislation as it applies to local government property matters
• Compulsory Acquisitions experience in a government setting.
• Current Class C drivers license.

 Desirable Criteria:

• Demonstrated successful experience in managing complex land and property transactions in a local government setting

Commencing Salary: $112,849 per annum, plus 11.5% Superannuation.

About Us

At Penrith City Council, were passionate about people; in our community and in our workplace. We want you to be able to be your best self and we get that work is just one part of your life; so were here to support you in the moments that matter. As the winner of the Local Government Excellence in People and Culture Award and a finalist in the Australian HR Awards, you can be confident in joining a workplace that offers truly outstanding benefits, including:

• A range of flexible work arrangements
• 18 weeks paid maternity leave
• Health and wellbeing leave
• 15 days personal leave
• Significant financial and leave support for undertaking further education
• Diverse salary packaging
• And much, much more!

About Property Investment

The Property Investment Department are a dynamic and innovative team of property professionals, that manage the business of Property for Penrith City Council.  The purpose of the department is to enrich, curate and preserve Councils property holdings for the prosperity of our current and future community. Together, the team is dedicated to unlocking the full potential of Council property, strategically maximizing its value to foster social and economic growth for the Penrith community.

How to apply

Visit penrith.city to view the position description and to find out more information about employment with Penrith City Council. To submit your application, please apply online using the link below.

Applicants are required to submit comprehensive responses to the selection criteria (listed above) as a part of their initial application. Applicants who do not meet the essential criteria will not be considered.

You may be required to undertake background checks, as relevant to the position for which you have applied.

Completed applications must be received by pm on the closing date. Please allow 4 weeks from the closing date for the processing of your application.

For further information about the position, please contact Karen Luka, Program Manager, on .

Council is a Child Safe Organisation, for more information about this please see our website

Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.