Strathfield Council is a Council located in Sydney’s exciting Inner West close to public transport and a short walk from the town center. The Council area comprises approximately 14 square kilometers and has an estimated population of 46,000 residents with a projected population of over 80,000 by 2036. Known for its major transport connections and well-kept greenspaces, Strathfield is also considered to be the educational center of the Inner West.
A truly diverse community with a myriad of hidden treasures, the Strathfield local government area makes for a truly special place to live, work and play. To achieve this growth Council is engaging in a number of progressive urban renewal and strategic planning initiatives. This includes the preparation of a master plan for Strathfield Town Centre and working with NSW Government in the delivery of the Homebush Masterplan under the TOD program.
The Role
Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Director Planning & Environment
will be responsible for providing leadership and development of the directorates which includes the Planning & Place and Resilience and Compliance & Commercial teams.
In the context of anticipated and planned future population growth, the Director will have responsibility for developing a narrative that will support purposeful change that benefits the entirety of the Local Government Area (LGA). This will involve engagement with external government and non-government stakeholders to advocate for exceptional outcomes and targeted investment in Strathfield.
A significant responsibility of the Director is managing the budgetary framework, ensuring alignment with the Community Strategic Plan, Delivery Program, Operational Plans, and associated strategies. This financial oversight supports the Council’s ability to meet its goals in a structured and sustainable manner.
About You
This is a unique executive leadership opportunity, which brings with it the chance to join a best-in-class executive team, all working together for the betterment of the community and those around them.
Focused upon delivering quality outcomes, we are seeking a highly motivated individual with well-developed stakeholder management and advocacy skills and the ability to interact with all levels of government.
As a creative thinker, you will be comfortable generating alternatives, visualising new possibilities, challenging assumptions and opening yourself up to new information. Additionally, you will be eager to foster strong partnerships with government agencies, industry stakeholders, and the community to drive innovative and strategic urban development.
As would be expected of such a high-profile role, advanced communication and advocacy skills are essential, as is the ability to develop effective partnerships across a diverse and broad reaching community.
For more information, please contact either Gareth Broadrick or Tamar Aslanian on: lg@capstonerecruitment.com.au
Closing Date: Midnight Friday 29th July 2025
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