Team Leader Subdivisions

About the role

Melton City Council is looking for a self-motivated Team Leader Subdivisions to join its City Development team. You will lead a small team that develops, manages and oversees the statutory subdivision processes, coordinating referrals and approvals from Certification through to the Statement of Compliance. This is a full-time permanent Band 6 position in Melton.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, supervise and support the subdivision team, including coaching, development, training, performance management and daily allocation and coordination of work.
• Assess and give technical oversight to significant and complex subdivision applications and certification matters under the Subdivision Act 1988, relevant legislation, regulations and Council requirements.
• Identify and implement process improvements, including better use of the SPEAR online application system and other systems.
• Keep the Practical Completion and Statement of Compliance process efficient, ensuring planning permit conditions and infrastructure requirements are satisfied by Council and relevant authorities.

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in land surveying, urban planning or a related discipline, and/or relevant experience in subdivision assessment, certification and statutory approvals.
• Demonstrated specialist knowledge of the Subdivision Act 1988, associated regulations and other legislation, policies and statutory processes.
• Experience giving specialist advice, exercising professional judgement and resolving complex subdivision matters with internal and external stakeholders.
• Supervisory experience and/or a demonstrated ability to lead and motivate staff.
• Current valid Victorian driver's licence.
• Legally entitled to work in Australia; successful applicants must pass a criminal history record check and comply with public health orders.

What we offer

• Salary of $97,926 to $106,637 per year plus 12% superannuation and ADO, depending on skills and experience.
• 13 accrued days off per year, 5 weeks annual leave and genuine flexible work options.
• Additional $500 per annum pro rata superannuation for female employees over 45.
• Career development and leadership programs, access to the GMHBA health plan, 16 weeks paid parental leave and 3 weeks paid secondary carer leave.

Applications close 11 November 2026 and must include a resume and short statements addressing the key selection criteria.