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Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies.


 

  • Shape the Master Plan 2050 for Sydney Olympic Park
  • Ongoing, full-time opportunity
  • Sydney Olympic Park location with hybrid working supported
  • TRP from $239K to $264K including superannuation, commensurate with experience


 

About the Role


 

The Director, Urban Renewal and Environment will play a pivotal leadership role in shaping the future of Sydney Olympic Park, one of NSW’s most significant and evolving urban precincts. You will lead the strategic vision, land‑use planning and master planning that guide the Park’s transformation into a connected, sustainable and vibrant urban community.


 

As SOPA’s senior planning lead, you will oversee statutory planning, development assessments, design excellence processes and public domain design to ensure high‑quality development outcomes aligned with government priorities. You will also lead the Authority’s environmental, ecological and remediation functions across the precinct’s extensive 640‑hectare footprint, managing complex environmental compliance requirements while championing sustainability initiatives such as circular waste strategies, climate adaptation and Green Star Community accreditation.


 

For more information read the full Role Description: Director Urban Renewal and Environment


 

About You


 

You are a strategic, influential and solutions‑focused leader with deep expertise in urban planning. You bring extensive experience navigating complex statutory and strategic planning environments, resolving multifaceted planning, sustainability and urban design issues, and leading high‑stakes projects with clarity and confidence. Your ability to think critically, engage collaboratively and negotiate effectively enables you to deliver quality outcomes in settings that require political awareness, and sound judgment.


 

A collaborative and influential communicator, you excel at building trusted relationships across government, industry and community stakeholders. You lead with integrity, model accountability, and inspire high performance in multidisciplinary teams. You’re adept at managing competing priorities, guiding complex development and regulatory processes, and contributing to major urban renewal outcomes that enhance liveability, sustainability and public value.


 


 

About Us


 

Sydney Olympic Park Authority is entrusted with managing some of the state’s most significant public assets, transforming the Park into a world-class, sustainable precinct since the 2000 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We oversee the daily management of public spaces, sporting venues, parklands, and facilities while delivering events, enhancing visitor experiences, and protecting the Park’s natural and cultural heritage.


 

Guided by clear precinct controls and the draft Master Plan 2050, we are shaping a vibrant, connected and high-quality urban environment that brings the strategic vision to life. Sydney Olympic Park is evolving into more than a destination, into a vibrant, thriving well connected suburb energised with everyday life.


 

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively; and deliver affordable and diverse housing.


 

We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and building the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities.


 

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.


 


 

To Apply


 

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.


 

Applications close on Thursday January 29that 11:55pm


 

Should you require further information about the role please contact Alex Underwood, A/Talent Acquisition Partner via alex.underwood@dpie.nsw.gov.au


 

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.


 


 

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?


 

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 63637676​ - HR Support, option 3, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.


 


 

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander check out Our Mob on Country to see the work we do and get assistance in applying.