Closes: 06 May 2026
Classification: Infrastructure Manager/Specialist 3
Salary: $217,599 plus superannuation
Position No: 66495
Directorate: Suburban Land Agency
Advertised (Gazettal date): 29 April 2026
Contact Officer: Simon Tennent on *************@act.gov.au or (02) 6205 4***
Details: Shape Canberra’s future by leading the Territory’s land development pipeline.
The Suburban Land Agency (SLA) is seeking an experienced and strategic leader to join our Land Supply team as Program Director. This is a unique opportunity to drive the identification, feasibility and planning of future urban development opportunities that will shape Canberra’s growth and support the ACT Government’s housing and economic objectives.
As the ACT Government’s land developer, SLA plays a central role in delivering people-focused neighbourhoods and urban renewal projects that balance social, economic and environmental outcomes. In this senior leadership role, you will lead a complex program of early-stage development initiatives, guiding projects from strategic identification through feasibility, due diligence and planning to enable transition into delivery. You will provide high-level advice to Executive, Board and Government, ensuring projects are evidence-based, strategically aligned and positioned for inclusion in the Territory’s land release pipeline.
You will lead multidisciplinary teams and oversee feasibility, planning and advisory activities across a diverse portfolio of land development projects. The role requires strong governance, commercial and risk management capability, as well as the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments across Government, industry and the community.
We are looking for a senior professional with demonstrated expertise in urban development, planning and feasibility, a strong track record of delivering complex programs, and the ability to provide strategic, trusted advice at Executive and Board levels.
If you are motivated by shaping cities, influencing Government decision-making and delivering high-quality place outcomes at a Territory scale, we encourage you to apply.
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply.
Eligibility/ Other Requirements: Positions classified as an Infrastructure Manager/Specialist require the occupant to hold recognised qualifications and/or experience in one or more of the following fields:
* Engineering – a four year degree or higher qualification accredited by Engineers Australia or Professionals Australia for recognition as a Professional Engineer (including recognition of equivalent overseas Engineering qualifications) and a minimum of ten years relevant experience in Engineering; or
* Architecture – a three year degree or higher qualification accredited by an Australian State or Territory architecture authority for recognition as a Professional Architect (including recognition of equivalent overseas qualifications) and a minimum of ten years relevant experience in Architecture; or
* Project Management – either:
* a diploma in Project Management accredited by an Australian State or Territory tertiary education institution or an equivalent overseas qualification that is eligible for reciprocal recognition in Australia and a minimum of ten years relevant experience in project management; or
* certification by a professional body, such as the Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM), to the level of Certified Practicing Project Director (CPPD) or Certified Practicing Portfolio Executive (CPPE), in addition to a relevant degree or higher qualification issued by an Australian State or Territory tertiary education institution or an equivalent overseas qualification that is eligible for reciprocal recognition in Australia and a minimum of ten years relevant experience in project management; or
* have at least 10 years relevant experience in project management, as described in the work levels.
Note: This is a temporary position available 8 June 2026 for a period of up to 12 months with the possibility of extension and/or permanency. A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only.
How to Apply: Applicants should submit:
* A supporting statement, addressing the Professional/Technical Skills and the Behavioural Capabilities (see Position Description attached) of not more than two A4 pages outlining your skills and Experience relevant to the role.
* A copy of a current curriculum vitae and the contact details of at least two referees are to be provided.
Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now Button Below.
Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.
Where an offer of employment is for a fixed-term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act.
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Note
This is a temporary position available 8 June 2026 for a period of up to 12 months with the possibility of extension and/or permanency