Team Leader Development Assessment
Location: Tamworth, NSW
THE OPPORTUNITY
* Lead a team of dedicated graduate and experienced planners responsible for assessing and determining low-risk development applications under our streamlined assessment pathway.
* Work collaboratively with the Team Leader, DA - Major Projects to deliver high-quality, timely assessments of development applications
* This role is pivotal in delivering timely, customer-focused planning outcomes that support sustainable growth and community wellbeing.
* Join a progressive regional Council with a strong and varied development/building industry
* Salary negotiable based on skills and experience
COULD THIS BE YOU?
We are looking for a motivated individual who is passionate about helping to create the future for the Tamworth region. You will have great people management skills and have significant experience in planning.
You will have the ability to collaborate with staff, state agencies and the development industry to deliver positive community economic and development outcomes for those who already call the region home as well as those who will choose Tamworth region as their desired place to live, work and play, with our strategic vision Blueprint 100 setting your direction.
The Team Leader Development Assessment is responsible for:
* Working collaboratively with the Team Leader of Development Assessment – Major Projects and other internal Supervisors and Managers
* Leading and mentoring a team of graduate and experienced planners to deliver high-quality, timely assessments of development applications.
* Overseeing the implementation and continuous improvement of the Fast Track DA process
* Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to resolve complex planning issues
* Monitoring DA performance metrics and drive service excellence
* Championing innovation and digital transformation in development assessment
* Applying a high level understanding and ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation
* Implementing effective communication strategies including dealing with complicated development matters requiring imaginative and flexible solutions
* Delivering high quality and responsive customer service to a wide range of customers
* Managing difficult and at times highly emotional customers and apply conflict resolution strategies
* Facilitating continuous improvement including, researching and preparation of land use development policies
* Providing professional specialist advice including being an Expert Witness in the Land and Environment Court
* Experience and/or ability to coach and mentor junior planners/staff
TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL NEED
Essential Criteria
* Degree and Post Graduate Diploma or 4 year Degree in Planning or related discipline
* Driver Licence
Desirable Criteria
* Certificate IV in Frontline Management
* Architecture / Urban Design
* Environmental Management / Ecology
* Training in conflict resolution
The main purpose of this role is to supervise and support a team of development assessment planners and other key internal stakeholders with a focus to provide highly experienced and professional town planning services to applicants, customers, the development industry and the broader community. Whilst contributing to the region's liveability by proactively managing land use to deliver enhanced built environment, natural environment and urban fabric in accordance with Council's strategic vision (Blueprint 100).
INTERESTED? WE LOOK FORWARD TO MEETING YOU
For a confidential discussion, please contact Sam Lobsey, Manager - Development, on
Salary range: Grade 19:$108, $117,673.11 per annum plus superannuation for a 35 hour work week. Salary may be negotiated based on skills, experience and your value to our organisation.
Flexible working arrangements will be considered by mutual agreement and according to operational requirements.
Shortlisted applicants will be required to undertake a Pre-employment Medical Screening including Alcohol & Other Drugs Testing.
Apply Now Applications Close: 11.59pm Wednesday, 12 November 2025
WHY IS IT 'WORTH' WORKING AT TAMWORTH REGIONAL COUNCIL?
For your LIFESTYLE: More time in your day with flexibility for your passions, family or play It's Worth It - Lifestyle
For our COMMUNITY: Help create Tamworth tomorrow, leave your mark on our city. It's Worth It - Community
For your CAREER: Boost your career, the sky is the limit. It's Worth It - Career
For BELONGING: Join a family that values team spirit and genuinely cares about your wellbeing. It's Worth It - Belonging
Our values guide our culture, shape how we work, and define what we stand for as an organisation – watch now to discover if you're aligned with what drives us - Tamworth Regional Council - Our Values
A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE AND WORK
Tamworth Regional Council proudly sits on Kamilaroi Country, the traditional lands of the Gomeroi people, with a large diverse workplace culture with over 650 employees who are proud to service our community.
The Tamworth region is home to over 60,000 people and is a thriving economic and cultural hub in the North West of NSW. Our recently adopted plan for the future of the region, 'Blueprint 100', drives strategic vision for growth as a region, as we plan for how the city and the region will sustainably accommodate a population of 100,000 people.
Our people strive to build a great organisational culture fostering our shared values of Teamwork, Equity, Accountability, Customer Orientation and Health and Safety whilst embracing the drive for excellence, innovation and respect.
ABOUT OUR REGION
The Tamworth Regional is a fabulous place to call home boasting the vibrant regional city of Tamworth along with the towns of Manilla, Barraba, Nundle and Kootingal as well as 17 hamlets, villages and rural areas. Located just 4 hours' drive (or a direct flight) to bustling Sydney and multiple coastal locations within 3-4 hours' drive, Tamworth is a central hub and a place to enjoy all year round.
Tamworth offers an enviable lifestyle with all the conveniences and services you'd expect from a larger city, coupled with a relaxed pace of life with opportunities to enjoy all that nature has to offer, along with being a great place to raise children, make long term friends and create a professional career.
As the capital of the North West region, Tamworth is home to major health and education centres, affordable housing options to suit all lifestyles, attractive employment and business opportunities with a robust and innovative local economy. In addition, the Tamworth region boasts a proud sporting culture with world class facilities and a supporting community of clubs.
Tamworth Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to supporting a diverse, respectful, safe and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA+, people with disabilities and other diversity groups. If you require additional support or any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know during the application process.
Council is committed to promoting the care, protection and safeguarding of children. To learn more about our Commitment to Child Safety Statement and screening processes, click the link below.