Lead Development Consultant

• Base Salary $136,027.21 + 11.5% superannuation
• Monthly RDO
• We offer a hybrid work model that balances remote work and office collaboration

Lead Development Consultant

Sydney Water is investing $34 billion dollars under our Long-Term Capital and Operational Plan to support the state governments housing targets of delivering 377,000 homes by 2029.

As part of this journey, we have some exciting permanent opportunities to join the Growth and Development business as a Lead Development Consultant.

About the Role:

You will be responsible for building and managing productive business relationships with development stakeholders such as developers, water service coordinators, government agencies, and councils, to ensure optimised investment efficiency and liveability outcomes, ultimately assisting the state government achieve its housing targets.

You will be operating within a multi-skilled environment balancing the needs of development and company to ensure Sydney Water’s policies, guidelines and technical standards are met with a positive developer experience.

Responsibilities:

Relationship and Stakeholder Management:

Proactively build and maintain strategic relationships with developers and water service coordinators, ensuring that infrastructure outcomes align with growth and development goals. Provide expert advice to external stakeholders regarding pre-development applications for major sites, while actively engaging in issue resolution to ensure the successful delivery of projects.

Data Analysis and Risk Management:

Collect and analyse development servicing data from internal and external sources to inform strategic decision-making. You will identify potential threats and opportunities to enhance service delivery and contribute to project and portfolio risk management by identifying, mitigating, and managing risks throughout the development process.

Regulatory Compliance and Process Improvement:

You will ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory, legal, and risk management requirements, while also managing costs and recovery processes. Additionally, you will identify opportunities to improve the efficiency of development application management and actively contribute to initiatives that enhance the developer experience.

Reporting and Process Development:

Your responsibilities will include providing input into formal responses, such as those to the Energy and Water Ombudsman, GIPA, subpoenas, and Ministerials, ensuring timely and accurate submissions. You will also contribute to the development and improvement of internal guidelines, systems, and processes to ensure operational effectiveness and compliance with relevant standards.

Who are we looking for? 

• Relevant tertiary qualification (e.g. urban planning, engineering, business or related discipline) or experience deemed equivalent.
• Sound knowledge of regulatory requirements associated with the delivery of capital works.
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to consult, negotiate and liaise effectively with a diverse range of people.
• Sound planning, organisational, time and project management skills, including the ability to manage changing priorities, handle multiple projects and meet objectives.
• Demonstrated experience in project management, including sound stakeholder management and engagement experience

What’s in it for you 

• Competitive Compensation: Offering base salary $ 136,027.21 plus 11.5% superannuation and RDO’s!
• 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

Does this sound like you? Apply now!

Closing date: Sunday 19th January 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 recruitment@sydneywater.com.au 

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. Your personal and health information will be collected in accordance with LiveHire’s Terms, Privacy Policy and Sydney Water’s Privacy Collection Statement – Job Application