• Leverage your expertise in planning, development, and land management to shape the future of the Central Coast, fostering community health and wellbeing through strategic initiatives.
• Enjoy a competitive salary package between $130,000 - $150,000 plus super and additional perks including salary sacrificing, a work vehicle, and a flexible working environment.
• Join a community-focused organisation located in a region celebrated for its natural beauty, cultural richness, and dedication to sustainability, all just an hour and a half from Sydney.

Darkinjung Local Aboriginal Land Council (DLALC)

DLALC, operating on the Central Coast of NSW since its creation under the NSW Aboriginal Land Rights Act 1983, focuses on improving community health and wellbeing through core functions: Community Participation and Wellbeing, Culture, Heritage and Environment, Governance and Operations, and Business and Economic Development. 

As one of 120 Local Aboriginal Land Councils in NSW, we are the largest non-government landholder on the Central Coast. Our community are our landowners, and we work with them to provide good outcomes.

This is achieved through our Darkinjung Development Delivery Plans, which outline future developments across 31 sites on the Central Coast.

For more information, please visit our website: https://www.darkinjung.com.au/

We are now looking for a new Planning Development and Land Executive Manager to join our Wyong head office full-time, and to drive our organisation in a cohesive and productive manner.

The Opportunity

This senior leadership role, reporting directly to the CEO, will focus on driving development initiatives, managing projects, and ensuring economic viability through strategic land management.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Collaborating with the CEO to identify and evaluate development opportunities
• Developing project plans and managing their execution from start to finish
• Identifying and implementing revenue-generating opportunities
• Conducting financial analyses and developing commercial business cases for potential development opportunities
• Managing project budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and consultant spending efficiency
• Establishing and maintaining comprehensive land, cultural heritage, and development registers

As a Land Council, we serve our community and act in their best interests. You will work closely with our community, and find out what is important to all of our members, as well as understanding and collaborating closely with our board of directors and staff. You will oversee all future development initiatives ensuring work is completed and that DLALC continues to be economically viable.

DLALC is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our work and community. We recognise the unique position, cultures, and histories of Indigenous peoples and are dedicated to fostering an environment that is respectful, supportive, and inclusive. Indigenous applicants are strongly encouraged to apply, as we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our mission of serving our community and enriching our collective understanding and respect for the land and its cultural significance. 

The Central Coast

The Central Coast of New South Wales is a vibrant and sustainable region, and just an hour and a half from Sydney. Known for its natural beauty, including 40+ beaches, waterways, and lush wilderness, when you're in Wyong, you'll never be more than 10 minutes from a beach!

You'll also be near attractions like Yarramalong Valley, The Watagans state forests, and Norah Head Lighthouse. As well as stunning natural locations including Tuggerah Lake, featuring a scenic cycleway. The Central Coast boasts a nationally awarded gourmet food scene, diverse art trails, creative communities, and immersive cultural experiences.

About You

To qualify, you will need tertiary qualifications in design, architecture, engineering, town planning, construction or a relevant field. A minimum of substantial experience in land and property development and urban and regional planning will also be essential.

Moreover, the following skills and background will be highly valued:

• High level of knowledge of the Land Claim process for Local Aboriginal Land Council
• Understanding of BCA and associated Australian Standards
• Working knowledge of property development phases and consultants' scope of works
• Proficiency in the MS Office suite of programs
• Ensure cultural sensitivity and awareness across all activities
• Ability to develop and track budgets

In addition to your professional qualifications and experience, you will be required to have or be willing to obtain a National Police Check and a current Working with Children Check. This reflects our commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of our community and underscores the importance we place on integrity and responsibility within our team.

As our ideal candidate, you will possess exceptional verbal, written, and presentational communication skills and a high level of business confidentiality. You will also be highly autonomous, capable of working effectively both in a team and independently, and adept at managing multiple projects simultaneously. Your collaborative nature, coupled with a strong cultural understanding of land councils in Aboriginal communities, will make you a perfect fit for our team.

This role will suit someone with local government or property management experience.

This is a pivotal role for a visionary leader passionate about driving development and growth within an Aboriginal community-focused context. We are looking for a candidate who is not just looking for a job, but an opportunity to make a real difference in the community we serve.

Salary & Benefits

When you join Darkinjung LALC, you will receive a generous salary package circa $130,000 - 150,000 plus super and great benefits.

Benefits include:

• Salary sacrificing up to $15,900
• Work vehicle and phone provided
• Flexible working arrangements are available
• Great team culture

At Darkinjung LALC, we're more than just a land council; we're a community committed to making a difference. We're looking for a Planning Development and Land Executive who's ready to lead with vision, drive development initiatives, and work collaboratively to ensure our land management strategies are economically viable.

Ready to Apply?

If you're passionate about making a tangible impact and ready to contribute to a vibrant and sustainable future for the Central Coast, we want to hear from you.