Head of Regulatory Services

What we offer you

• Permanent Full-Time Opportunity
• Salary: Commencing at $196312.00 Super vehicle package available
• Flexible Working Arrangements: Hybrid work options and flexible hours
• Additional Benefits:Leadership development programs wellbeing initiatives and generous leave provisions. Discover more about our benefits. does this role matter:

  The Head of Regulatory Services is a critical leadership position that ensures Council meets its statutory responsibilities and maintains high standards of governance compliance and community safety. The role provides strategic oversight of development compliance regulatory control and animal management functions-services that underpin the orderly growth environmental integrity and operational reliability of the City. By delivering robust regulatory frameworks effective enforcement practices and accountable service delivery this position directly contributes to organisational performance stakeholder confidence and the protection of community assets and amenity.

  Heres what youll be up to

  This role is pivotal in shaping Penriths future. By leading compliance and regulatory services youll ensure responsible development protect community assets and create a safer more sustainable city. Your leadership will directly influence how our community grows and thrives.

  • Lead compliance programs that balance growth with environmental sustainability
  • Manage enforcement of unauthorised development and regulatory control across the city
  • Oversee animal services parking regulation and community education initiatives
  • Drive organisational leadership financial management and governance standards
  • Shape the future of regulatory services through innovation and strategic planning

  Who we are (And why youll love us)

  As a leader in Planning & Regulatory Services youll join a collaborative team that values professional growth connection and impact. We celebrate success support wellbeing and encourage innovation. Our culture thrives on authenticity teamwork and delivering results that matter for our community.

  About Penrith City Council

  Penrith City Council serves one of NSWs fastest-growing regions combining urban development with stunning natural landscapes. Were committed to creating a vibrant sustainable city that offers the best of both worlds-opportunity and lifestyle. Our people are passionate about delivering services that make a real difference for our community and we pride ourselves on fostering a workplace that values diversity inclusion and innovation.

  What are we looking for

  • Experienced leader with a strong background in development compliance or regulatory services backed by a relevant degree
  • Exceptional communication negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Strategic mindset and ability to lead change and foster team effectiveness
  • Commitment to continuous improvement and delivering outstanding community outcomes

  The must-know bits

  Employment checks apply (Criminal History Qualifications Working with Children etc.). Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia.

  Ready to make work feel less like work

  If youre nodding along and picturing your first day hit Apply Now. Include your cover letter and resume plus responses to the selection criteria in the position description.

  For more information contact Cherish Keepa Executive Assistant onor .

  Council is a Child Safe Organisation. Learn more. welcome applicants from all backgrounds abilities and identities.