Manager Strategic Outcomes

Permanent Full-time Opportunity
Work-life balance offering flexible working arrangements (WFH Opportunities) and a variable day off every 19-days.
Leaseback vehicle option available!
Salary Package circa $180,000 per annum + 11.5% Superannuation – Commensurate with Experience

Ignite Innovation & Drive Growth as Our Next Manager – Strategic Outcomes.

The Opportunity

Are you an experienced strategic leader with a commitment to sustainable development and ready to drive long-term planning outcomes?

In this role, you will lead the development of strategic plans and evidence-based studies in close collaboration with internal teams, the community, and both government and non-government partners. Leading the Strategic Outcomes team your work will focus on

• Ensuring planning processes are inclusive, well-managed, and guided by stakeholder engagement
• Applying a structured place-based approach to deliver integrated, forward-thinking outcomes

About Us

Wingecarribee Shire is at the heart of the Southern Highlands of NSW, a region renowned for its natural beauty, strong community connections, and thriving local economy. As a council, we are committed to building a sustainable, inclusive, and innovative future, ensuring our residents enjoy a high quality of life while preserving the unique character of our Shire.

A Great Place to Live & Work

With a population of over 50,000, Wingecarribee offers a balanced lifestyle, blending vibrant townships with green open spaces. We are a place where families thrive, businesses grow, and individuals can enjoy a strong sense of community. Located close to Sydney, Canberra and Wollongong, our Shire provides the perfect mix of regional charm and modern amenities.

At Wingecarribee Shire Council, our RESPECT values drive the way we work:

Resilience, Empathy, Sustainability, Pride, Efficiency, Courage, and Teamwork. These principles guide how we work, support our community, and drive positive change every day. Join us in making Wingecarribee the best place in NSW for all generations to live, work, and thrive!

Essential Criteria

• Tertiary qualifications in Urban Planning or a related aligned discipline
• A sound understanding of the key issues and emerging trends relevant to the economic, environmental and social dynamics of a Regional area and in a local government
• Highly developed leadership skills
• Demonstrated experience in working within a political environment and achieving results through being sensitive to context and multiple stakeholders
• Advanced conceptual, analytical and problem-solving skills and excellent written skills (report and policy)
• Extensive experience in complex organisational environments including responsibility for planning and policy development; local government in a leadership capacity and strategic urban planning
• Excellent negotiation skills and political nous

Benefits

• Attractive salary package + 11.5% superannuation p.a
• Variable day off every 4 weeks
• Flexible Working Arrangements – WFH opportunities
• Leaseback Vehicle option available
• Career development & learning support – Tertiary assistance available
• Community & social engagement –Enjoy opportunities to participate in local events, team-building activities, and community initiatives that bring our staff and residents together.
• Health & wellbeing initiatives – Fitness Passport, EAP and Flu Vaccines
• Recognition through our annual awards ceremony celebrating and rewarding staff achievements

If you have a proven track record in strategic leadership and a passion for transforming challenges into opportunities, we want to hear from you!

How to Apply

Help shape a bold, innovative future! Apply now!

Submit the following documents:

• Your Resume – showcasing your skills & experience.
• Relevant Certifications – qualifications and licenses
• Responses to the Essential Criteria – explain how your expertise aligns with the essential requirements of the role as outlined in the position description attached.

Questions?

Contact Michael McCabe (Director Communities and Place) on 02 4868 0719.

Applications are to be received by 22 June 2025.

Wingecarribee Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people