Director Industry Assessments

Together we shape thriving communities public spaces places and economies.

• Whole of NSW Government EOI - Drive the assessment of NSWs most significant industrial projects leading expert teams to deliver outcomes that balance growth safety and sustainability.
• Temporary full-time role until the end of March 2026 with potential to be extended further
• Parramatta location with hybrid working supported
• TRP from $231K to $256K including superannuation commensurate with experience

Through a Whole of NSW Government EOI the Department of Planning Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) is seeking a visionary Director to lead our Industrial Assessment function for the Development Assessments and Sustainability (DAS) team as part of the Planning Group. This temporary role offers a unique opportunity to lead a team of experts managing industrial assessments while contributing meaningful work for a more sustainable future for NSW until March 2026 with potential to be extended further.

The role

As Director Industry Assessments youll lead the assessment of major industrial projects across NSW making sure environmental social and economic factors are all carefully considered. Youll work closely with a wide range of stakeholders and manage a team of experts to deliver high-quality timely outcomeseven when projects are complex contested or policy is shifting.

The job is fast-paced and requires you to juggle competing priorities navigate technical and political challenges and keep land use safety planning front of mind. Youll set clear direction for your team build strong relationships and ensure resources are used wisely to deliver results that matter for NSW.

For more information read the full Role Description:Director Industry Assessments DAS

Knowledge & Experience

• Extensive knowledge and experience working within the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 related policies and guidelines.
• Significant knowledge of the workings of government and in-depth knowledge and experience working with applicable legislation and regulations
• Significant experience at a senior executive level managing large and complex resources to achieve key organisational objectives.

Essential requirements

• Degree qualification in a related discipline or equivalent relevant experience.

About us

The Department of Planning Housing and Infrastructure(DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this we: create vibrant productive spaces and precincts; manage lands assets and property effectively; and deliver affordable and diverse housing.

We strive to be a high-performing world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and building the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people communities and entities.

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace where your individual contributions are valued and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups practices flexible working offers job share and workplace adjustments.

Join us

If excited by the information above we look forward to receiving your application including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close on Wednesday 3 December 2025 at 11:55pm.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Matthew Dwyer Talent Acquisition Partner via

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.

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