Team Leader

Are you a confident and capable leader with a strong understanding of regulatory services? Do you enjoy navigating complex environments and know how to inspire diverse teams to perform at their best? If so, we invite you to step into a pivotal leadership role that makes a lasting impact in one of Sydney’s most beautiful and community‑focused regions. Your Future with Sutherland Shire Council Set within one of Sydney’s most desirable regions, the Sutherland Shire combines natural beauty with urban ambition. In this key leadership role, you’ll oversee regulatory services that ensure our buildings are safe, compliant, and fit for the future — supporting a community that values quality, integrity, and innovation. As the Team Leader for Building Regulations, you will lead specialist teams responsible for the delivery of building regulation services. Your leadership will be pivotal in coordinating efforts in fire and building safety, certification, development assessment, and swimming pool safety, all while ensuring compliance with stringent regulations. Your Impact Lead a multidisciplinary team delivering essential services in: Fire and building safety Building certification and development assessment Swimming pool safety and compliance This role not only requires technical expertise but also a commitment to fostering a culture of safety and inclusivity within your team. By collaborating with various stakeholders, you will enhance community confidence and uphold the highest standards of public health and safety. Who We Are Looking For We are seeking a confident and resilient leader with the ability to navigate complex regulatory frameworks and drive performance. If you possess strong interpersonal skills, a customer‑centric mindset, and a deep understanding of building compliance and regulations, we want to hear from you The successful candidate will have: Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Planning, Building Surveying, Town Planning, or a related field. Experience in Development Assessment and Building Certification, with a track record of leading high‑performing teams. Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, Local Government Act, and Building Code of Australia. Proficiency in managing investigations and compliance, with a focus on effective stakeholder engagement. Your proactive approach and ability to drive team performance will be essential in ensuring the success of our building regulation services. At Sutherland Shire Council, your contributions will not only shape our team but also enhance the well‑being of our community. Join our Team and Grow with Us If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit Get your application in by 11.59pm: Sunday 30th November 2025. Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated within two weeks of closing. Package: From $117,242 – $133,307 gross p.a. plus 12% superannuation. In addition an award vehicle allowance of $10,780 gross p.a will be paid. Hours of work: Permanent Full Time 35 hours per week, you will have the option of a 19 day month through Council’s flex system. To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options. Suitable candidates are subject to pre‑employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid‑19 Vaccination), and will also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks. Reach out to Greg McCarthy, Senior Manager Environment & Regulation, , for any job specific enquiries. Lucille Kilshaw, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, , can assist with any recruitment related enquiries. Click on the link to check out the Position Description Council is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the NSW Government’s Child Safe Standards are incorporated in our procedures, practices, programs, and events. About Us If you want to make a difference and be part of a challenging and rewarding working environment, then joining us just might be the right career move for you Join a passionate and dedicated team covering a diversity of services, industries and occupations. At Sutherland Shire Council we do more than serve our community – we are our community. Our energy can be seen in everything we do. From having a can‑do attitude, to embracing change and opportunities, being people‑centred and working together as one. #J-18808-Ljbffr