• Shape Whyalla's growth and liveability through strategic and statutory planning.
• Lead a high-performing team across City Planning, Airport Operations and Project Coordination.
• Be part of a bold vision driving Whyalla’s transformation and community outcomes.

About the role:

The Manager City Development plays a pivotal leadership role at Whyalla City Council, driving forward key strategic initiatives that shape the city’s future.

You’ll lead a talented team delivering a broad portfolio including land use planning, airport operations, and project coordination. This position is responsible for championing Council’s City Development Framework, ensuring compliance with the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016 and State Planning and Design Code.

Working closely with internal teams, government, developers, and the community, you’ll influence strategic direction, guide master planning, streamline processes, and foster innovation. You’ll be at the forefront of Whyalla’s transformation, helping to create a vibrant, liveable city that attracts investment and supports growth.

About you:

You are a strategic, solutions-focused leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a passion for shaping cities and communities. You bring:

• Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to engage, motivate and develop a high-performing team.
• Proven capability in project planning, implementation and management to deliver outcomes on time and on budget.
• Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Exceptional strategic and creative thinking, with the ability to turn concepts into practical outcomes.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with experience in preparing reports and advice at a senior level.
• Strong organisational and time management skills with a focus on achieving results.
• In-depth understanding of city development and planning frameworks, policies and legislation.
• Hold a South Australian Non-Prohibited Working with Children Check, or ability to obtain prior to commencement. 
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Land Use Planning & Development or a related discipline.

About the Whyalla City Council:

As a multifunctional regional Council, we manage Childcare services, a Library, an Airport, a Cemetery, a Crematorium, Infrastructure and recreational facilities including a Visitor Information Centre. 

We are a progressive Council, committed to the pursuit of excellence and are always looking for opportunities to improve the quality of life for our community, now and into the future.

We stand by and embrace our core values in delivering each of our services: We Care, We Work Together, We are Committed and We Own It.

About the benefits: 

• Competitive salary + 12% Superannuation with the ability to salary sacrifice.
• Company laptop + mobile phone supplied.
• Company vehicle available by negotiation.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing support.
• Commuting to work when living in Whyalla is no more than 15 minutes

Further Information:

For more information in relation to position responsibilities refer to the following: 

• Position Description

Enquiries to Jodie Perone, General Manager City Growth at jodie.perone@whyalla.sa.gov.au 

The remuneration for this role is as negotiated. As a Common Law contract with a maximum five (5) year contract.

Apply:

• Applications must include a cover letter expanding on your suitability for this role, addressing the position criteria outlined in the Position Description in no more than three pages.
• Applications must include your current resume and must be submitted via Council’s recruitment portal. Scroll down (past the image below) to commence the application process.  Please note, the application process will need to be completed in one session.
• Applications close 9.00am Wednesday 5 November 2025. Late applications will not be accepted.

The Whyalla City Council is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment free from discrimination and harassment. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, youth, and people living with a disability.  All applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.  

The Whyalla City Council is committed to providing a smoke, drug, and alcohol-free safe work environment. Our recruitment process includes a medical assessment including a Drug and Alcohol screen, and confirmation of experience/qualifications and may also include competency testing.