About Adelaide Hills Council

The Adelaide Hills Council is a magnificent place to live, work and visit. The environmental, residential, primary production and natural qualities of the district are renowned and contribute to the Adelaide Hills being "a special place", and one of Australia's most loved areas. Adelaide Hills Council is committed to building the community through leadership, community involvement and commitment to service.

We offer a diverse and supportive working environment, opportunities for professional development, flexible work practices, income protection insurance and a genuine desire for you to enjoy your work.

Team Leader Statutory Planning

This role leads and coaches the Statutory Planning team in the effective delivery of planning assessment services. The Team Leader provides professional guidance and operational leadership to support well-balanced development outcomes for complex assessments and high quality customer service.

The role reports to the Manager Development Services.

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in Urban and Regional Planning and extensive technical expertise working as a Team Leader or Senior Planner in statutory planning within local government.
• Certification as an Accredited Professional – Planning Level 1.
• A demonstrated ability to lead, coach and develop a team.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act and Regulations and other related legislation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills to take the Council lead for key development proposals.
• Demonstrated commitment to outstanding customer service
• Experience in managing Court Appeals

About our Benefits

• Experience the benefits of a career in council:
• Flexible working arrangements, including flexi-time.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Free income protection insurance for personal illnesses or injuries.
• A health and wellbeing program offering flu vaccinations, skin checks, health seminars and more.
• Free access to three counselling sessions for you or your immediate family through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Corporate Uniform Allowance.
• Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave.
• Study Assistance.

How to Apply

Applications must address the selection criteria in the position description and state the reference number 326. Please see below, a copy of the position description.

Apply by 5:00pm Sunday 19 October 2025 via SEEK.

Confidential enquiries are welcome to Contact Deryn Atkinson, Manager Development Services on (08) 8408 0512.

The advert information can be provided in other formats if requested.

International applicants who do not have an appropriate Australian work visa or residency will not be considered or receive an acknowledgement email.

Should your application be successful and move to the next stage, you will be contacted by the Hiring Manager. If you do not receive any communication regarding your application within 20 business days of the advertisement close date your application has been unsuccessful.