Who are we:
Our department's primary objective is the delivery of homes and housing options for South Australians. In response to the national housing crisis, we are committed to accelerating the build of a diverse range of housing options. We strive to find solutions to the urgent demand for housing security. Our mission focuses on coordinating various portfolios related to housing, housing infrastructure, urban development, and planning. By ensuring sound decisions and efficient management, we strive to create sustainable, well-planned communities offering safe and affordable housing options.
Join us in our endeavour to address one of the most pressing challenges of our time and make a tangible difference in the lives of our community.
The Role:
The Manager Planning and Design Code is a key leadership and management role within the Division and is an innovative, senior professional, providing strategic leadership, direction and management to a professional team within Planning. The role's primary focus is to support the planning operations of the Division to provide a contemporary approach to statutory policy that includes genuine community engagement and stakeholder participation. You will hold the following responsibilities:
Management and delivery of Code Amendments for the Chief Executive of DHUD and the State Planning Commission.
Management and provision of expert specialised advice and consultancy to senior management, the State Planning Commission, State Commission Assessment Panel, Minister for Planning, external stakeholders and inter-agency committees.
Formulation of policies and practices that influence the direction on key corporate issues, position the organisation to meet future challenges and enable the achievement of the Section's goals and objectives.
Provide expert input into the development of professional standards, objectives and priorities of assigned programs, projects, assets, systems and/or services that deliver DHUD's objectives, including the implementation of change initiatives.
Plan and manage complex projects where required, including determining and allocating resources and work priorities and motivating staff to ensure standards and efficiencies are met.
About You:
To be successful in this position, you must be able to demonstrate experience across the following key capabilities:
Sound skills and experience in continuous improvement methods.
Experience in the use of technology applications to achieve business efficiencies.
Knowledge and experience to interpret and apply legislative provisions and complex systems.
Experience working in a politically sensitive environment.
Experience in strategic planning, policy development, and/or development assessment.
Desirable Qualification:
A recognised degree or post graduate qualification that supports the relevant discipline of planning and development.
Eligible for Accreditation as 'Accredited Professional – planning level 1' under the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016.
Special Conditions
Successful applicants may be required to obtain a satisfactory Department of Human Services Criminal History Check or National Police Check prior to employment. A renewal will be required every 2 years.