Director Referral Coordination and Assessment

• Seeking expressions of interest. Due to this being an ongoing opportunity only candidates who are at a Public Sector Senior Executive Band 1 or equivalent are eligible to apply.
• Ongoing full-time role available
• Location negotiable with flexible working arrangements supported
• Senior Executive Band 1 role. TRP from $217K to $242K including superannuation

The Department of Planning Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) are seeking to appoint a Director Referral Coordination and Assessments as part of the establishment of the Development Coordination Authority (DCA).

About the Development Coordination Authority

The DCA has been established to strengthen how NSW Government agencies work together within the development assessment system. Acting as a central coordination point for agency advice the Authority will streamline referral processes resolve issues earlier and deliver clearer more consistent input to consent authoritiessupporting faster better-informed planning outcomes across NSW.

Joining the DCA presents a unique opportunity to help shape and embed a new operating model for planning coordination contributing directly to system reform and the delivery of housing infrastructure and sustainable communities across the State.

About the Role

As the Director you will establish and lead the DCAs Council Concurrence and Referral function providing strategic direction for the coordination of referrals associated with local development applications. This will include overseeing the end-to-end delivery of referral assessments ensuring timely and consistent advice to councils and consent authorities while meeting statutory timeframes.

The role will also drive improvements to systems processes and service delivery by leveraging data and insights to identify opportunities for greater efficiency and coordination. Working across government you will build strong relationships with key stakeholders and lead a high-performing team to deliver a single coordinated response that supports planning reform and improved development outcomes.

To be successful in this role you will bring:

• Strong knowledge of the NSW planning and development assessment system including relevant legislation and policy frameworks and the statutory referrals process.
• Experience within the planning system as a decisionmaker for technically complex matters
• Experience establishing or leading service functions that support regulatory or policy reform initiatives.
• Proven capability leading high-performing teams managing resources and delivering complex service outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to engage and influence stakeholders across government to achieve coordinated outcomes.
• Experience using data and operational insights to drive continuous improvement.

For more information read the full Role Description: Director Referral Coordination and Assessment

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 builds 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.

To Apply

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

Expressions of interest close on 11:55pm Thursday 30 April 2026.

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

Looking for more information or assistance in applying
We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent skills and potential. Contact the Talent Team via or (02) - HR Support option 3 DPHI People Advisory option 1 and reference Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number.