Senior Development Manager

Together we shape thriving communities public spaces places and economies.

• Join a diverse driven team working on exciting projects dramatically changing the Hunter and Central Coast regions
• Working on urban renewal projects you will unlock opportunities to create new jobs homes and public spaces.
• Attractive and flexible conditions based in Newcastle
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $151227.00 to $176110.00 super
• Temporary Full time till Dec 2027

Whats in it for me

Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine career support . We offer diverse and fulfilling assignments with flexibility in work arrangements and the ability to prioritise work / life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome respected and empowered to succeed.

The Hunter and Central Coast Development Corporation (HCCDC) is seeking a Senior Development Manager to support its objective of creating thriving communities across the Hunter and Central Coast.

HCCDC is a State Government agency within the Department of Planning Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) and the primary driver and coordinator of economic and urban development across the Hunter and Central Coast regions.

HCCDCs chief objectives include creating economic growth stimulating private investment in new housing supply and employment and creating vibrant communities. This includes urban renewal projects in Newcastles Honeysuckle and Broadmeadow precincts delivering significant public parks in Honeysuckle and Gosford managing the Mount Penang Parklands on the Central Coast and facilitating development outcomes for land holdings at Cockle Creek and West Wallsend.

The role

Reporting to the relevant Director the Senior Development Manager will lead urban renewal projects in the Hunter and Central Coast. You will have accountability and responsibility for the planning approvals delivery financial control and disposal of these projects. Critical to the success of this role is identifying and building relationships with targeted community and public and private stakeholders to forge secure and deliver partnership opportunities.

This senior position will demonstrate an innovative and adaptable approach which supports the achievement of HCCDCs vision to grow diverse jobs and create more homes and attractive lifestyle opportunities in the Hunter and Central Coast regions.

For more information read the full Role Description : Senior Development Manager

What you will bring to the role :

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About us

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 builds 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.

Join us

If excited by the opportunity 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 Monday 29 Sep 2025 at 11.59pm

Should you require further information about the role please contact Stephen Aebi on

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Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.

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Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills

Account Payable,Cluster,EAM,General Maintenance,Contract Attorney,Jboss

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 151227 - 176110