Sydney

Health & Building/City Planning, Development & Transport

Full Time/Permanent

$206,913 per annum plus superannuation

Caring for our city, creating a future for all

Our people are passionate about their communities and connected to their teams. They're motivated by our genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, and our clear, compelling plan for our global city: Sustainable Sydney 2030 - 2050 Continuing the Vision.

Be part of a purpose-led organisation with care at its core. You'll make a difference by acting in the best interests of our communities and city. Be better together with collaborative and inclusive partnerships. Embrace possibilities and be open to new ideas and creating bold solutions.

About the role

A rare opportunity exists for a dynamic and experienced senior manager to join our Health and Building Unit that oversees health inspections, respond to environmental health complaints, deliver pest control, regulate construction and building compliance, licensed premises and fire safety.

In this role, you'll provide leadership and strategic direction to the highest standard to achieve a safe, healthy and high-quality urban environment.

We're looking for someone with:

• tertiary qualifications in health, building or a related field or significant experience in a related field
• proven leadership skills and demonstrated ability to articulate vision and inspire direction with diverse stakeholders, and experience in presenting complex information for non-technical audiences
• substantial expertise in health, building or related field in a complex urban environment
• demonstrated ability to respond flexibly to changing priorities, to reconcile competing priorities and develop responsive strategies.

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This role has the option of a rostered day off each month, known as a 19-day month.

The recommended applicant must complete a pre-employment health declaration and criminal history.

For more information, contact Andrew Thomas, Executive Manager Planning and Development .

What we can offer you

You'll work with passionate, welcoming and supportive people who care for our communities and create a future for all.

Flexible working

• 3 days of care and cultural leave each year for health and wellbeing activities, cultural and religious days or events of significance
• Collaborative approach to flexible working
• City centre head office, with many public transport options.

Professional development

• Leadership and management development program
• Further education program providing reimbursement of course fees, and study and exam leave
• Opportunity to attend external courses and conferences
• Long service and employee recognition awards
• Employee assistance program offering free, confidential counselling

Supporting families

• We provide 26 weeks of paid parental leave for all new parents, supporting diverse and inclusive families
• Paid and unpaid adoption and long-term fostering leave
• Paid superannuation for up to 52 weeks of parental leave
• Part-time and job-sharing options available
• Supportive return-to-work environment

Inclusive culture

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds in a workplace as diverse as our communities. We're passionate about gender balance, with an executive team two-thirds female and half of leadership roles held by women.

All applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, veterans and people of diverse sexualities and genders, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds are encouraged to join us.

We're a disability confident recruiter. If you identify as a person with disability and require support for your application or the recruitment process, contact us at or .

• Recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia
• Active employee networks including City Women, City Pride, DiverseCity, Inclusive City, Young Professionals and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander network
• Recognised family inclusive workplace
• Veteran employment supporter

Find out why a career at the City of Sydney might be right for you.

City of Sydney seeks a dynamic Senior Manager to lead the Health and Building Unit, overseeing health inspections, environmental health responses, pest control, and building/fire safety compliance in a complex urban setting.

The role requires proven leadership, strategic thinking, and strong stakeholder engagement to deliver a safe, healthy, and high-quality urban environment. A rostered day off option (19-day month) and extensive development opportunities are available.

Teachers Health in Brisbane seeks an Optical Team Leader to guide a 10-11 member team and oversee day-to-day operations of the Fortitude Valley practice on a 12 month secondment, with potential for ongoing leadership roles as our Brisbane presence grows.

The role reports to the Clinical Director - Optometry and involves hands-on leadership, rostering, member service excellence and occasional dispensing support, all based onsite, Monday to Friday.

Lead a high-performing optical team, deliver exceptional member experiences, and play a key role in the growth of Teachers Health's Brisbane network.

At Teachers Health, we're passionate about helping our members achieve better health and wellbeing. We're looking for an Optical Team Leader to lead our Fortitude Valley Optical team on a 12-month secondment opportunity, with exciting potential for ongoing leadership opportunities as our Brisbane presence continues to grow.

About The Role

Reporting to the Clinical Director - Optometry, you'll lead the day-to-day operations of our optical practice while supporting and developing a team of 10-11 Optical Dispensers. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll balance people leadership, operational management, member service excellence, and optical dispensing support when required. The role is based onsite in Fortitude Valley, Monday to Friday.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading, coaching and developing a team of Optical Dispensers
• Managing daily practice operations, rosters, workflow and timesheet approvals
• Delivering an exceptional member experience and resolving enquiries professionally
• Monitoring stock, supplies, banking reconciliations and operational performance
• Supporting optical dispensing activities when required
• Working closely with the Clinical Director and broader Health Centre leadership team
• Contributing to the ongoing growth and success of our Brisbane optical services

About You

We're looking for a confident and organised leader who enjoys supporting people and creating a positive team culture.

You'll Bring

• Optical Dispensing Certificate or equivalent experience
• Minimum 5 years' experience in an optical practice or similar healthcare environment
• Previous leadership, supervisory or team coordination experience
• Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills
• Experience working with optical practice management systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Optomate or Exact experience will be highly regarded

Why Join Teachers Health?

• Monday to Friday role
• 38-hour work week with some flexibility and an early start option
• Lead an established and experienced optical team
• Genuine career development opportunity within a growing Brisbane network
• Supportive leadership and structured onboarding
• Work for a respected not-for-profit organisation focused on member outcomes
• Be part of a collaborative, values-driven culture that puts people first

Please Note This is an onsite position based in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane, with no work-from-home option available.

Teachers Health values diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from people with diverse backgrounds including First Nations people, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, and people who identify as LGBTQIA+. Applicants can request reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process by contacting .

Manningham Council invites applications for a Part Time Maternal and Child Health Nurse in Doncaster. Join a supportive team delivering universal MCH services to families with infants and preschool children, from birth to six years.

You will partner with parents to support health, development and family wellbeing, in a holistic, strengths-based program. The role requires registered nurse and midwife credentials with a postgraduate qualification in Child and Family Health Nursing, plus a

• Part Time, 0.5 FTE permanent position
• Salary $123,331- $ 131,679 pro rata + qualification allowances + 12% Superannuation
• Doncaster

Make a difference for the childrenand families of Manningham.

Join a nurturing environment, with anestablished and collaborative leadership team. Work within a supportive andfriendly team where we value the positive team culture evident at Manningham. Helpmake a difference to parents and young children utilising a holistic approachto provide family centred and strengths-based care.

• Thrivein a welcoming environment with a highly supportive and collaborativeleadership team.
• Enjoyworking alongside passionate colleagues who foster a positive and inclusiveteam culture.
• Make alasting impact by empowering parents and young children through holistic,family-centred, and strengths-based care.

Manningham Council proudly delivers over 100 differentservices to our vibrant and diverse community. From parks and galleries toshopping hubs and leisure centres, it is our focus to ensure that Manninghamremains a liveable and harmonious place to reside, work and visit.

We provide challenging and rewarding employmentopportunities to innovative, passionate, and driven people. We have a positiveand friendly working environment, and we offer our employees a range ofbenefits, including flexible work options, opportunities for careerdevelopment, and health and wellbeing initiatives.

We're constantly transforming our organisation to bestsupport the needs of our local community. And we are looking for a new gamechanger to join the team. A high performing individual who wants to shapepositive and inclusive outcomes for our community. You'll have the opportunityto take ownership of your work while developing and testing new ideas within aculture of learning to deliver excellent outcomes for Manningham.

About the Role

Manningham Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Service deliversa high-quality program that supports the diverse and growing community ofManningham. Our dedicated Maternal and Child Health nurses are passionate aboutpartnering with families to create a safe, respectful, and inclusiveenvironment where children can thrive.

We are seeking a positive, motivated, and compassionateMaternal and Child Health Nurse to join our collaborative team. In this role,you will provide a flexible, universal, and family-focused Maternal and ChildHealth service that supports the health, wellbeing, and development of childrenfrom birth to six years of age.

Using a holistic, strengths-based, and family-centredapproach, you will work in partnership with parents and carers to maximise eachchild's health and developmental potential while supporting family wellbeing.

About the Service

The Universal Maternal and Child Health Service aims tooptimise maternal, child, and family wellbeing, with a strong focus onpromoting positive mental health, healthy relationships, and earlyintervention. Our service focuses on the prevention, identification, andmanagement of physical, developmental, emotional, and social factors that mayimpact young children and their families.

Through health promotion, developmental assessments, andtimely referrals, we support families to access the services and resources theyneed to achieve positive outcomes.

Why Join Manningham?

• Make a meaningful difference in thelives of children and families within the Manningham community.
• Be part of a friendly and inclusiveteam that values connection, respect, and a positive workplace culture.
• Work within a diverse andmulticultural municipality, providing culturally responsive care tofamilies from a wide range of backgrounds.

Skills and Experience

• Current registration as both a registered nurse and midwife on the AHPRA register, with Post graduate Diploma/Masters Child and Family Health Nursing.
• A demonstrated commitment toparticipate in continuous improvement, education, professionaldevelopment, to increase knowledge and skills.
• Excellentcommunication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledgeand understanding of family partnerships, child development and behaviour.
• Driver's licence valid in Victoria.
• Working With Children Check

Applicationsclose on Wednesday 7October 2026 at 11.00pm

Don't meet every requirement for this role?Studies have shown women and those of underrepresented groups are less likelyto apply for roles unless they meet all the criteria. We recognise thatdifferent experiences make for great community outcomes. If your experiencedoesn't perfectly align with the selection criteria, but you're excited aboutthis role and keen to work at Manningham Council, we encourage you to apply now.

Councilrecognises the benefits of a diverse workforce for its employees and customers.

To ensureequity of access to employment opportunities, Council encourages applicationsfrom underrepresented groups including people who are from an Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander background, people from different ages, abilities,gender identities, sexual orientation and cultural backgrounds.

Manningham Council have a number of policiesand practices to help support our staff, including a Working from Home policy,flexible work practices and an IT infrastructure to support variouscommunication methods when working remotely.

If yourequire any additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements,please advise the contact listed above in advance.

ManninghamCouncil is a child safe organisation and, as such, applicants may be requiredto hold a Working with Children Check.