Team Leader Development Assessment

Department for Housing and Urban Development
Job reference: 859915
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Who are we:

Our department’s primary objective is the delivery of homes and housing options for South Australians. In response to the national housing crisis, we are committed to accelerating the build of a diverse range of housing options. We strive to find solutions to the urgent demand for housing security. Our mission focuses on coordinating portfolios related to housing, infrastructure, urban development, and planning to create sustainable and well-planned communities. 

Join us in our endeavour to address one of the most pressing challenges of our time and make a tangible difference in the lives of our community.

The Role:

Reporting to the Manager Commission Assessment, the role will be responsible for meeting key performance targets, having a focus on continuous improvement. Work is undertaken with high levels of professional independence and will enhance customer outcomes, drive growth and investment, and enhance the liveability and sustainability of our communities. 

You will hold the following responsibilities:

• Ensure policy and project activities are delivered effectively and efficiently through project and procurement management and effective governance
• Proactively acquire and engage the necessary contractor resources for projects to ensure timely project commencement
• Operate under broad guidelines and minimal direction to direct and control complex objectives that require highly innovative responses and solutions
• Provide expert specialised advice and consultancy to senior management, the State Planning Commission, State Commission Assessment Panel, Minister for Planning, external stakeholders and inter-agency committees regarding current relevant developments in the discipline and their potential implications.

About You:

To be successful in this position, you must be able to demonstrate experience across the following key capabilities:

• Relevant degree or postgraduate qualification in planning or related discipline. 
• Ability to interpret and implement policy, legislation, and regulations. 
• High level written and verbal communication skills. 
• Experience in policy development, strategic planning, or development assessment. 
• Sound knowledge of planning processes and procedures.
• Strong understanding of the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016. 
• Strong stakeholder management experience.

Essential Qualifications:

A recognised degree or post graduate qualification that supports the relevant discipline of planning and development.

Special Conditions:

Successful applicants may be required to obtain a satisfactory Department of Human Services Criminal History Check or National Police Check prior to employment. A renewal may be required every 3 years.

Remuneration:

PO4 – $122,752 min – $133,635 max plus superannuation.

Enquiries:

For all confidential enquiries, please contact Andrew Houlihan, Manager Commission Assessment, at Andrew.Houlihan@sa.gov.au  

Application Instructions:

All applications must be submitted online.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a covering letter (no more than 2 pages), outlining your skills and experience in relation to the key capabilities outlined in the role statement, a current CV and the contact information of three referees including your current line manager.

All applicants must complete a ‘Pre-Employment Declaration in the SA Public Sector’ form.

Applications close: 15/10/2026 6:00 PM

Attachments:
- PO4 Team Leader - Planning and Building - Role Statement - DHUD.pdf
- Pre-Employment Declaration.pdf

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.