Growth Development Consultant

Job Description

$121,315.89 plus 11.5% superannuation Monthly RDO Growth Development Consultant The Growth and Development team is seeking a Growth Development Consultant to work in the Growth Analytics and Strategic Partnerships team. This is an exciting opportunity to participate in growth planning impacting Sydney now and into the future, such as the National Housing Accord, Transport Oriented (TOD) and new greenfield developments. About the Role: The role is positioned to support the NSW Governments Housing Targets and growth development across Greater Sydney and the Illawarra by providing a successful case management service for statutory referrals including planning instruments, planning proposals, development applications, and state significant development and infrastructure applications. You will support the delivery of Statutory Referral responses and associated process improvements, to support the NSW governments’ targets for both dwelling and employment opportunities across greater Sydney while ensuring relevant intel from these referrals informs both the Sydney Water planning and capital delivery programmes and facilitates ongoing early engagement and collaboration with NSW Planning bodies. Responsibilities: Manage and maintain Sydney Waters referral databases, including their interaction with the NSW Planning portal to track and respond to all development referrals within the mandated timeframes. Collaborate with internal stakeholders and subject matter experts to ensure robust responses and next steps are generated and followed up. Provide advice on the NSW statutory referral process and upcoming initiatives. Support and participate in the development of stakeholder networks with NSW Planning agencies to improve data sharing, problem solving and increased collaboration. Lead SW responses to planning proposals, DAs, SSDAs, LEPs, DCPs, infrastructure plans, land-use plans that drive growth and may affect services to our customers. Support the preparation of geographical development trend updates to provide a common platform for planning decisions. Support the wider Growth Analytics teams via the production of public-facing documents such as the Growth Servicing Plan and other improvement projects. Who are we looking for? Relevant tertiary qualifications (e.g. urban planning is preferred), social sciences, economics, business, geography, or other relevant fields or experience deemed relevant. Experience in urban planning, water services planning, development servicing or other relevant industry experience. Knowledge of the NSW planning processes and development servicing. Demonstrated experience in effective communication, including the preparation of written and graphical presentations using databases, analysis and other tools. Experience in engaging in stakeholder relationships and interfaces involving internal and external parties. Experience in working in multi-disciplinary teams to deliver business outcomes. What’s in it for you? Competitive Compensation: Offering base salary $121,315.89 plus 11.5% superannuation and RDOs! Hybrid Work Environment: We offer a hybrid work model that balances remote work and office collaboration, supporting our team's productivity and well-being. Continuous Professional Growth: We will invest in your career with leadership and development programs to propel your success. 24/7 Wellbeing Support: Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal. Subsidised Private Health Insurance: Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans. Family First: Prioritise your family with up to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave and a generous childcare allowance. Fitness Passport: Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport, granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW. Novated Leasing: Get in the driver's seat of your financial future with our novated lease options. Please provide a copy of your CV and a cover letter and make sure to include your experience, key skills and what you bring to the team to support the delivery of the key activities. Closing date: Tuesday 11th February 2025 Please see the position description for the role’s full accountabilities. You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident at the time of submitting your application to be considered for this role. For more information, you can contact Sydney Water welcomes you to apply if you feel you meet the selection criteria. The successful completion of a Criminal History Check and Medical Assessment form part of the application process. We want your perspective and ideas to help us find better ways to delight our customers, so we encourage you to apply no matter your age, sex or culture. You can be part of a committed, highly skilled team who’ll appreciate what you bring to the table. You’ll set and achieve real goals and make decisions that matter, as together we help shape the lifestyle of greater Sydney. As part of the application process, Sydney Water will be collecting your personal and health information to assess your suitability for the role. We will also use your personal information to establish a LiveHire talent profile in our Talent Community. We look at our Talent Community first when new opportunities come up when you apply for a role. 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