Assistant Director, Austin Water Environmental, Development, and Planning Services
Assistant Director – Environmental, Development and Planning Services
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced senior leader to oversee environmental, development and planning services within a large, complex public service environment. This role will provide strategic direction, professional leadership and operational oversight across a diverse portfolio, supporting the delivery of safe, sustainable and resilient infrastructure and services for the community.
Working as part of the senior management team, you will shape long-term strategies, strengthen service performance and ensure that programmes are delivered effectively, transparently and in line with statutory, regulatory and organisational requirements. You will build strong relationships with internal teams, elected representatives, regulators, development partners, community groups and other external stakeholders.
Key responsibilities
- Lead and develop teams responsible for environmental compliance, development services, planning, technical review and related functions.
- Set clear priorities, performance measures and service standards, ensuring continuous improvement and effective use of resources.
- Oversee the assessment and delivery of complex development, infrastructure and environmental programmes.
- Ensure policies, plans and projects reflect sustainability, climate resilience, public health, accessibility and long-term community needs.
- Provide expert advice to senior leaders and decision-makers on risks, opportunities, legislation, investment and service planning.
- Manage budgets, contracts and major initiatives, maintaining robust governance, accountability and financial control.
- Promote a collaborative, inclusive and customer-focused culture across multidisciplinary teams.
About you
You will be an accomplished manager with substantial experience in environmental services, planning, development, infrastructure or a related field. You will have a strong understanding of regulatory frameworks, public-sector governance, strategic planning and programme delivery, together with the ability to interpret complex information and communicate it clearly to varied audiences.
A relevant degree or equivalent professional experience is required; appropriate professional registration or accreditation is desirable. You will demonstrate sound judgement, political awareness, commercial understanding and a proven ability to lead change in a complex organisation. Experience of partnership working and engaging communities will be highly valued.
This role offers the opportunity to influence major services, lead talented professionals and contribute to sustainable outcomes that will benefit communities for years to come.
Assistant Director, Austin Water Environmental, Development, and Planning Services
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