Manager Building & Environment

Chandler Macleod ·www.chandlermacleod.com

Location Orange, New South Wales, Australia
Salary AUD 180,000 / year
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
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Take the lead in shaping a growing regional community—apply now to join Orange City Council as Manager Building & Environment.

Chandler Macleod is proud to have partnered with Orange City Council to recruit for a key leadership opportunity within their Development Services Division.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a high-performing team responsible for construction regulation, sustainability, compliance, and environmental services across the orange community. As Manager Building & Environment, you will play a critical role in ensuring safe, sustainable and high-quality outcomes, while supporting Council to meet its legislative and strategic objectives.

About the Role

Reporting to the Director Development Services, you will lead and coordinate Council’s construction regulation and sustainability programs, including certification, inspections, compliance, drainage services, sustainability initiatives, and cemetery operations.
You will provide strategic leadership across the section, ensuring effective service delivery, strong governance, and continuous improvement, while fostering a positive and high-performing team culture.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the delivery of construction regulation, sustainability, drainage and related services
  • Ensure compliance with legislation, regulations, and Council policies
  • Oversee certification, approvals, fire safety compliance and drainage services
  • Provide advice and guidance on complex building and compliance matters
  • Manage stakeholder relationships across community, government and industry
  • Drive continuous improvement across systems, policies and service delivery
  • Lead, mentor and develop a multidisciplinary team
  • Manage operational budgets and support financial performance
  • Prepare high-level reports, proposals and presentations to Council and senior leadership
  • Oversee cemetery operations and implementation of conservation strategies
About You

You are a confident and collaborative leader with strong technical knowledge in building and compliance, paired with the ability to think strategically and drive outcomes.

Skills and Experience
  • Extensive experience in a similar leadership role
  • Strong knowledge of local government, construction regulation and compliance
  • Proven leadership skills with experience developing and mentoring teams
  • High-level communication and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Strong negotiation, problem-solving and influencing capability
  • Demonstrated experience in budgeting and financial management
  • Ability to interpret relevant legislation and apply it effectively
  • Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation
  • High level of organisation, planning and attention to detail
  • Strong technical and computer literacy
Essential Requirements
  • Tertiary qualifications in Building or a related discipline
  • Accreditation (or eligibility) under Building Commission NSW – Minimum Building Surveyor (Unrestricted)
  • Current Class C Driver’s Licence
  • Satisfactory Criminal Record Check
Why Join Orange City Council

Orange City Council is values-driven and committed to delivering exceptional outcomes for its community. You will be part of an organisation that prioritises Respect, Ownership, High Performance, Customer Focus, Safety, Diversity and Inclusion, and Leadership at all levels.

Employee Benefits
  • Access to a Fitness Passport for you and your family
  • Salary packaging options including novated leasing
  • A range of in-house and external training opportunities
  • Free access to Employee Assistance Program services for you and your family
  • Organisation-wide health and wellbeing initiatives
  • Salary range is between $149,117 - $162,537 + superannuation.
Apply Now

Bring your leadership expertise and drive meaningful outcomes—apply now and be part of something impactful.
For a confidential discussion, please contact Jo Ellerman on (02) 66919106 or click Apply Now to submit your application.

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Who is hiring for the Manager Building & Environment role?
Chandler Macleod is hiring for the Manager Building & Environment position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Manager Building & Environment job located?
The Manager Building & Environment role with Chandler Macleod is based in Orange, NSW, AU.
What does the Manager Building & Environment role pay?
Chandler Macleod lists the Manager Building & Environment role at up to AUD 180,000 per year.
Is the Manager Building & Environment role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Chandler Macleod.
What experience level is the Manager Building & Environment role?
The Manager Building & Environment position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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