Manager City Future

Manager City Future

Lead the Future of Our City

Permanent full-time opportunity based in Stirling, Western Australia

Why Work With Us

Are you ready to lead transformative projects and drive strategic initiatives that will shape the future of our city? The City of Stirling is looking for an innovative and visionary Manager City Future to join our team. This is your chance to make a lasting impact on our community while advancing your career in a dynamic and supportive environment.

What We Offer

• Innovative Projects: Engage in groundbreaking projects that enhance our City's services and infrastructure.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a team of dedicated professionals committed to excellence and innovation.
• Professional Development: Access continuous learning opportunities and career growth.
• Wellness Benefits: Enjoy free onsite fitness facilities and parking at most of the City locations.
• Convenient Amenities: Relax and recharge at our subsidised on-site staff canteen.
• Annual Leave Loading and Employer Matched Super Contributions: Benefit from annual leave loading and super contributions matching up to 6%.

Your Role

As the Manager City Future, you will be at the forefront of strategic and operational management for the City Future Business Unit. Reporting to the Director Planning and Development, you will lead initiatives in Economic Development, Strategic Planning, Projects, and Environmental Health. Your role will involve:

Your Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing annual Business Unit plans, progress reports, and budgets.
• Contributing to strategic plans for issue-based projects.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant statutes, regulations, by-laws, and Council resolutions.
• Leading and mentoring Business Unit employees, setting performance objectives, and monitoring progress.
• Facilitating partnerships and alliances on urban planning projects with key stakeholders.
• Acting as Director Planning and Development when required.
• Managing the implementation of the Council’s vision through clear action strategies and project management plans.
• Preparing reports, council submissions, and presentations as needed.
• Ensuring high standards of customer service and community engagement in urban planning and economic development projects

About You

The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes, you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered.

• Tertiary qualifications in Urban and Regional Planning or a related discipline.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to establish and communicate innovative strategies.
• Highly developed communication skills, including verbal presentation, report writing, and community engagement.
• Financial management skills, including budget development and management.
• Excellent knowledge of town planning legislation and statutory town planning processes.
• Demonstrated experience in project management of strategic initiatives in urban planning, economic development, and business support

Why Join Us?

• Thrive in a dynamic and supportive team environment.
• Benefit from a variety of flexible work options and benefits.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of our services.

City of Stirling is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and engaged workforce. We provide numerous flexible work options and benefits to ensure a rewarding employment experience. As a Manager City Future you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on our community by supporting our mission of delivering efficient, responsive, and sustainable services.

Eligibility Requirements:

To be eligible to work for us, you need to provide, or have the ability to obtain:

• A copy of an Australian driving licence
• National Police Clearance (valid within the last 3 months)
• Pre-Employment Medical and DAS clearance
• The right to work in Australia

More about the City

The City of Stirling is a diverse and thriving local government in Western Australia, with over 243,000 residents, spanning 30 suburbs, the City is a cosmopolitan, multicultural and economic hub. With over 1,500 employees, the City embraces its diverse workforce by supporting work-life balance and offering opportunities for progression and development. Here at City of Stirling we celebrate and support inclusion and diversity.

We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the City of Stirling, the Wadjak People of the Nyoongar Nation, and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of Australia. We will act with compassion and respect towards all people and value people of all abilities, ages, religions, faiths, sexualities, gender identity and cultural backgrounds.

Take the Next Step:

Don't miss out on this opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking team! Apply now to join the City of Stirling as a Manager City Future and make a lasting impact on our community.

Visit www.yourwebsite.com/employment to apply. If you have any questions about the position, please contact Amanda Sheers at Amanda.Sheers@stirling.wa.gov.au

Applications close at 6pm on 5 May 2025, however, please be aware that we may commence interviewing candidates prior to the closing date. We encourage you to apply now.

Attachments:

• Manager City Future PD 20230915.pdf