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Delegations to the Mayor

DelegationPositionsLegislation
Conferring Powers or Duties under the Local Government Act 1993
To give effect to the Law, Council’s adopted policies, resolutions and directions, provided that such delegation is not sub-delegated without the specific approval of Council or as prescribed under the LG Act.
1 position
Issue Media Releases
To make media statements and issue media releases in respect of Council Resolutions, recommendations and decisions subject to prior consultation with the Chief Executive Officer. Councillors are at liberty to make personal comment at any time.
1 position
Manage the Chief Executive Officer’s Contract
To act as Council’s delegate for the purpose of the day-to-day management of the Chief Executive Officer’s contract.
1 position
Negotiations on Behalf of Council
In conjunction with the Chief Executive Officer, to participate in negotiations on behalf of the Council with third parties and in connection with the sale, purchase and lease of land and buildings. This function is subject to the limitation that no contractual agreement is to be entered into without a resolution of Council.
1 position
Powers or Duties under other Legislation
If, under any other Act other than the Local Government Act 1993, a function is conferred or imposed on the Mayor of Council, the function is taken to be conferred or imposed on the Council and the Mayor of the Council has delegated authority to exercise and/or perform on behalf of the Council the powers, authorities, duties and functions as prescribed under that other Act.
1 position
Preside at Meetings and Functions of Council
To preside at all meetings of the Council, Committees, Community Committees and Public Meetings convened by the Council at which the Mayor is present unless the Mayor otherwise appoints another Councillor or person to perform this function.
1 position
Represent Council – Government and Other Forums
To represent the Council on regional organisations and at inter-governmental forums at regional, State and Commonwealth level. To represent the Council, in conjunction with the Chief Executive Officer, at other forums where it is appropriate that the Mayor should present the Council’s position.
1 position
Sign and Execute Documents
To sign correspondence and other documents. This function is subject to the limitation that execution of any documents under Council Seal must be carried out in compliance with clause 400 of the Local Government (General) Regulation 2021.
1 position


Financial Matters

DelegationPositionsLegislation
Apply for Borrowings from Financial Institutions
To apply for borrowings from financial institutions following a Resolution of Council in accordance with section 377(1)(f) of the Local Government Act 1993.
4 positionsLocal Government Act 1993

Approve Credit Notes
To Approve Credit Notes
8 positions

Approve Payment to Contractors and Creditors
Approve Payment to Contractors and Creditors including the release of any retention money, bank guarantee or bond held by Council as security.
6 positions

Approve Payment to Contractors and Creditors
Approve Payment to Contractors and Creditors excluding the release of any retention money, bank guarantee or bond held by Council as security.
2 positions
Arrange for Payment by Instalment - Accounts Receivable
To make arrangements with debtor for payment to be made by reasonable and satisfactory instalments.
5 positions

Arrange the Investment of Money not immediately required by Council
Arrange the investment of money as per Council’s Investments Policy that is not for the time being required by the Council for any other purpose. Any money may only be invested in a form of investment notified by order of the Minister and published in the Government Gazette.
7 positions

Authorise Expenditure
To commit and authorise expenditure within the area of operation and budget for which the delegate is responsible, subject to the limitations of other delegations, and in accordance with Council policies. Limit unlimited
8 positions

Authorise Expenditure
Authorise Expenditure To commit and authorise expenditure within the area of operation and budget for which the delegate is responsible, subject to the limitations of other delegations, and in accordance with Council policies. Limit up to $50,000.00
7 positions

Authorise Expenditure
To commit and authorise expenditure within the area of operation and budget for which the delegate is responsible, subject to the limitations of other delegations, and in accordance with Council policies. Limit up to $20,000.00
7 positions

Authorise Expenditure
To commit and authorise expenditure within the area of operation and budget for which the delegate is responsible, subject to the limitations of other delegations, and in accordance with Council policies. Limit up to $10,000.00
3 positions

Authorise Expenditure
To commit and authorise expenditure within the area of operation and budget for which the delegate is responsible, subject to the limitations of other delegations, and in accordance with Council policies. Limit up to $5,000.00
12 positions

Authorise Expenditure for Urgent Works outside Budget Approved by Council
To authorise expenditure outside the budget approved by Council in order to undertake urgent works to reduce or eliminate a significant health or safety hazard.
6 positions

Authorise Expenditure for Urgent Works outside Budget Approved by Council
To authorise expenditure outside the budget approved by Council to the value of $20,000 in order to undertake urgent works to reduce or eliminate a significant health or safety hazard.
1 position
Authorise Expenditure To commit and authorise expenditure within the area of operation and budget for which the delegate is responsible, subject to the limitations of other delegations, and in accordance with Council policies. Limit up to $500,000.00
To commit and authorise expenditure within the area of operation and budget for which the delegate is responsible, subject to the limitations of other delegations, and in accordance with Council policies. Limit up to $500,000.00
4 positions

Authorise Payment of Salaries and Wages
To authorise the payment of salaries and wages subject to two signatories for each authorisation.
4 positions

Authorise the Issue of Accounts for Services provided by Council
Authorise the Issue of Accounts for Services provided by Council
10 positions

Authorise the reduction for water and wastewater consumption charges
To reduce water and wastewater consumption charges in accordance with the Undetected Leak Policy for Water and Wastewater Charges up to a maximum of $2,000.00
0 positions
Authorise the reduction for water and wastewater consumption charges
To reduce water and wastewater consumption charges in accordance with the Undetected Leak Policy for Water and Wastewater Charges up to a maximum of $500.00
1 position
Authorise the reduction for water and wastewater consumption charges up to a maximum amount of $10,000
To reduce water and wastewater consumption charges in accordance with the Undetected Leak Policy for Water and Wastewater Charges up to a maximum of $10,000.00
1 position

Authorise the Refund of Application Fees
To authorise the refund of all or part of the fees paid for: (a) applications under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, including development applications, complying development certificate applications, and building information certificate applications; and (b) applications under Part 1 of Chapter 7 of the Local Government Act 1993; where the application is either not to proceed, or is withdrawn subsequent to assessment. Note: Delegate authorising refund officer is not to be the officer recommending refund.
4 positions

Authorise the waiver or reduction of non-business activity fees
To waive or reduce non-business activity fees (pursuant to 610E of the Local Government Act 1993) up to a maximum of $10,000 in any one transaction in accordance with those categories described in the current adopted Operational Plan and in line with the requirements of any applicable Council policy.
0 positions
Authorise the waiver or reduction of non-business activity fees up to a maximum of $20,000 in any one transaction
To waive or reduce non-business activity fees (pursuant to 610E of the Local Government Act 1993) up to a maximum of $20,000.00 in any one transaction in accordance with those categories described in the current adopted Operational Plan and in line with the requirements of any applicable Council policy.
1 positionLocal Government Act 1993

Authority to Require the Lodgment of a Cash Bond or Bank Guarantee
Authority to Require the Lodgment of a Cash Bond or Bank Guarantee Including the authority for the release of Cash Bonds or Bank Guarantees
9 positions

Award Contracts, Obtain Quotations and Authorise Purchase Orders
Authorise purchase orders where they relate to approved projects, within approved budget and within relevant financial delegations
1 position
Award Tenders to a Value of $250,000 in accordance with Section 377(1)(I) of the Local Government Act 1993
Award Tenders to a Value of $250,000 in accordance with Section 377(1)(I) of the Local Government Act 1993
1 positionLocal Government Act 1993

Award Tenders to a Value to $150,000
Award Tenders to a Value of $150,000 in accordance with Section 377(1)(i) of the Local Government Act 1993
0 positions
Award Tenders to a Value to $150,000
Award Tenders to a Value of $100,000 in accordance with Section 377(1)(i) of the Local Government Act 1993
0 positions
Check and Certify the Annual Statutory Accounts
Check and Certify the Annual Statutory Accounts
4 positions

Complete all Financial Certifications
To complete all financial certifications required by the Local Government Act 1993 and Local Government Act (General) Regulation 2021
4 positionsLocal Government Act 1993 and Local Government (General) Regulation 2005

Engage Consultants to assist Council projects
Engage Consultants to assist Council projects subject to compliance with the Local Government Act 1993 and the Law.
12 positions

Grant Rebate of Rates
To grant rebates of rates to qualified rateable persons in accordance with the provisions of the Local Government Act 1993.
5 positionsLocal Government Act 1993

Negotiate Council’s Overdraft Limit
Negotiate Council’s Overdraft Limit
4 positions

Refund of Over-Payments
To authorise the refund of all over-payments subject to appropriate certification.
5 positions

Refund Trust Fund Deposits
To refund trust fund deposits upon appropriate certification and recommendation.
7 positions

Sell or Dispose of Old Materials, Spoilt or Obsolete Equipment
Sell or Dispose of Old Materials, Spoilt or Obsolete Equipment
5 positions

Sign and Countersign Electronic Funds Transfers (EFT), Direct Debits and Cheques drawn on Council’s Bank Account
Sign and Countersign Electronic Funds Transfers (EFT), Direct Debits and Cheques drawn on Council’s Bank Account
9 positions

Write off Accrued Interest on Rates and Charges
Write off accrued interest on rates and charges in accordance with section 567 of the Local Government Act 1993.
2 positionsLocal Government Act 1993

Write off Accrued Interest on Rates and Charges
Write off accrued interest on rates and charges in accordance with section 567(c) of the Local Government Act 1993.
1 position
Write-Off Uncollectable Deb (for Charges and Sundry Debtors)
To authorise the writing off of uncollectable debts (for charges and sundry debtors) up to a maximum amount of $1,000
1 position
Write-Off Uncollectable Debt (for Charges and Sundry Debtors)
To authorise the writing off of uncollectable debts (for charges and sundry debtors) up to a maximum amount of $20,000.
1 position



Governance

DelegationPositionsLegislation
Act as Code of Conduct Complaints Coordinator and Alternate Complaints Coordinator
Act as Code of Conduct Complaints Coordinator and Alternate Complaints Coordinator
3 positions

Act as Council’s Public Officer
To act as the Public Officer in relation to functions contained within section 343 of the Local Government Act 1993.
2 positionsLocal Government Act 1993

Appoint Staff to Consultative Committee and Health and Safety Committee
(a) Appoint management/employer representatives to the Staff Consultative Committee and the Health and Safety Committee (b) Consider and determine matters arising from the Staff Consultative Committee and the Health and Safety Committee.
2 positions

Approve the Destruction of Corporate Documentation
Authority to approve the destruction of corporate documentation or the transfer of corporate documentation to State Records in accordance with Council’s Records Disposal Schedule and the State Records Act 1998.
7 positionsState Records Act 1998

Authorise Action on General Complaints about Staff from an External Source
To authorise action to be taken by the appropriate officer in regard to any complaints or requests received, where the complaint is from an external source.
2 positions

Authorise Action on General Complaints about Staff from an Internal Source
To authorise action to be taken by the appropriate officer in regard to any complaints or requests received, where the complaint is from an internal source.
6 positions

Determine Applications under the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009
Determine Applications under the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009 (a) Proactive release of information; (b) Informal access to information; (c) To determine formal applications for access to Council information under the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009. (d) Review formal applications.
3 positionsGovernment Information (Public Access) Act 2009

Determine Applications under the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009

Determine Applications under the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009:

(a) Proactive release of information;
(b) Informal access to information

0 positions
Installation CCTV cameras
(b) Approve installation of new CCTV cameras in line with Council's CCTV Camera and / or Staff Survelliance Policies;
0 positions
Installation, operation and retrieval of CCTV cameras and their footage
(a) Approve the viewing and/or retrieval of stored CCTV footage; (b) Approve installation of new CCTV cameras; (c) Maintain the register of fixed CCTV camera locations.
3 positions

Investigate Complaints about Family Day Carers under Child Protection Policy
Investigate Complaints about Family Day Carers under Child Protection Policy. Note: Carers are also known as Educators
1 position

Investigate Complaints about Staff under Child Protection Policy
Investigate Complaints about Staff under Child Protection Policy
3 positions

Make or Authorise Public and Media Statements involving Council in line with Council’s Media Policy
(a) To make or authorise public statements (b) Issue media releases on matters involving the Council.
6 positions

Manage the renewal and maintenance of Australian Communications and Media Authority radio transmission licences
Manage the renewal and maintenance of Australian Communications and Media Authority radio transmission licences as they apply to Council and in accordance with the Radiocommunications Act 1992 (Cth).
3 positionsRadiocommunications Act 1992 (Cth)

Manage the Renewal and Maintenance of Domain Names and IP Addresses
Manage the Renewal and Maintenance of Domain Names and IP Addresses
3 positions

Negotiate and Enter into Leases, Licences, Memorandums of Understanding and other Legal Transactions
Authority to negotiate and enter into any form of Lease, Licence, Memorandum of Understanding or other transaction for use of land or assets, subject to compliance with the Local Government Act 1993, and subject to the General Manager and/or CEO making reasonable enquiries into the appropriate payments to be made to Council and consulting with Council’s solicitor to determine the appropriate format of the legal agreement.
6 positionsLocal Government Act 1993

Receive and Investigate Complaints under the Internal Reporting – Public Interest Disclosures Policy
To receive and Investigate Complaints under the Internal Reporting (Public Interest Disclosures Policy) and to authorise action to be taken by the appropriate officer in regard to any complaints or requests received.
3 positions

Receive and Investigate Complaints under the Internal Reporting – Public Interest Disclosures Policy
To receive and refer Complaints under the Internal Reporting (Public Interest Disclosures Policy) to the DCEO or, where the complaint is regarding the DCEO, to the CEO.
1 position
Receive and Investigate Privacy Complaints
Receive and Investigate Privacy Complaints
3 positions

Receive Complaints and Authorise Investigation under Child Protection Policy
To receive complaints and authorise investigation under the Child Protection Policy and to determine the action to be taken by the appropriate officer in regard to any complaints or requests received.
3 positions

Reply to and Sign all Routine Correspondence and Other Forms
(a) To reply to all routine correspondence that does not require the prior consideration of Council. (b) To exercise discretion in regard to referring correspondence to various Council officers for attention.
17 positions

Respond to and Liaise with the Minister and the Department
To respond and liaise with the Minister and his/her representatives and the department in relation to correspondence, inquiries or requests for information.
2 positions

Sign Contracts, Deeds and Agreements (including the termination of such documents) that do not require the Council Seal
To sign Contracts, Deeds and Agreements, including Memorandums of Understanding (including the termination of such documents), that do not require the Council Seal.             Please Note: this delegation does not limit the power or function of Council officers under DEG001 to process operational purchase orders
11 positions

Sign Funding Applications once approved by Council
Sign Funding Applications once approved by Council
2 positions



Operational

DelegationPositionsLegislation
Act on Council’s behalf in all matters relating to the Companion Animals Act 1998
(a) To act on Council’s behalf in all matters relating to the administration of Impounding contracts and service provisions in accordance with Council policy and guidelines. (b) To administer the provisions of the Companion Animals Act 1998 including the authorisations of prosecutions and consideration of appeals for leniency from on the spot fines.
4 positionsCompanion Animals Act 1998

Administer the Community Land Development Act 2021
Administer the Community Land Development Act 2021
4 positionsCommunity Land Development Act 2021

Administer the Design and Building Practitioners Act 2020
Administer the Design and Building Practitioners Act 2020
4 positionsDesign and Building Practitioners Act 2020

Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Annual Holidays Act 1944 and Annual Holidays Regulation 2021
Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Annual Holidays Act 1944 and Annual Holidays Regulation 2021
1 positionAnnual Holidays Act 1944 and Annual Holidays Regulation 2021

Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Cemeteries and Crematoria Act 2013 and associated Regulation
Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Cemeteries and Crematoria Act 2013 and associated Regulation
5 positionsCemeteries and Crematoria Act 2013

Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Children's Guardian Act 2019 and associated Regulation
Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Children's Guardian Act 2019 and associated Regulation
3 positionsChildren's Guardian Act 2019

Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Coastal Management Act 2016
Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Coastal Management Act 2016
1 positionCoastal Management Act 2016

Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Community Land Management Act 2021 and associated Regulation
Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Community Land Management Act 2021 and associated Regulation
4 positionsCommunity Land Management Act 1989

Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Contaminated Land Management Act 1997 and associated Regulation
Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Contaminated Land Management Act 1997 and associated Regulation
4 positionsContaminated Land Management Act 1997

Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Disability Inclusion Act 2014
Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Disability Inclusion Act 2014
0 positionsDisability Inclusion Act 2014

Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Fines Act 1996 and associated Regulation
Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Fines Act 1996 and associated Regulation
4 positionsFines Act 1996

Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Heavy Vehicle National Law (NSW) and associated Regulation
Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Heavy Vehicle National Law (NSW) and associated Regulation
3 positionsHeavy Vehicle National Law (NSW)

Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991 and associated Regulation
Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991 and associated Regulation
6 positionsLand Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991

Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Land and Environment Court Act 1979 and associated Regulation
Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Land and Environment Court Act 1979 and associated Regulation
3 positionsLand and Environment Court Act 1979

Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Ombudsman Act 1974 and associated Regulation
Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Ombudsman Act 1974 and associated Regulation
6 positionsOmbudsman Act 1974

Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Protection of the Environment Operations (Clean Air) Regulation 2022
Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Protection of the Environment Operations (Clean Air) Regulation 2022
5 positionsProtection of the Environment Operations (Clean Air) Regulation 2022

Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Protection of the Environment Operations (Waste) Regulation 2014
Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Protection of the Environment Operations (Waste) Regulation 2014
3 positionsProtection of the Environment Operations (Waste) Regulation 2014

Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Public Works and Procurement Act 1912 and associated Regulation
Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Public Works and Procurement Act 1912 and associated Regulation
7 positionsPublic Works and Procurement Act 1912

Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Real Property Act 1900 and associated Regulation
Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Real Property Act 1900 and associated Regulation
4 positionsReal Property Act 1900

Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Recreation Vehicles Act 1983 and associated Regulation
Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Recreation Vehicles Act 1983 and associated Regulation
5 positionsRecreation Vehicles Act 1983

Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Road Rules 2014
Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Road Rules 2014
8 positionsRoad Rules 2014

Administer the Provisions and Functions of the State Emergency Service Act 1989 and associated Regulation
Administer the Provisions and Functions of the State Emergency Service Act 1989 and associated Regulation
4 positionsState Emergency Services Act 1989

Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Strata Schemes Development Act 2015 and Strata Schemes Development Regulation 2016
Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Strata Schemes Development Act 2015 and Strata Schemes Development Regulation 2016
3 positionsStrata Schemes Development Act 2015

Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Surveying and Spatial Information Act 2002
Administer the Provisions and Functions of the Surveying and Spatial Information Act 2002
5 positionsSurveying and Spatial Information Act 2002

Approve Applications for Charity Collections
To approve applications for charity collections in the local business district(s).
1 position

Approve Applications for Filming/Photographing in Parks, Reserves and Public Places
To approve applications to film/photograph in Council’s parks, reserves and public places subject to the conditions and fees determined by Council.
6 positions

Approve Applications for Street Activities, Street Stalls and Issue Busking Permits
To approve applications for street stalls, button days, appeals but excluding door-knock appeals. ; To approve applications for street stalls within the area in accordance with Council’s policy and practice. To issue busking permits subject to Council’s policies and conditions.
3 positions

Approve Applications for Street Stalls
• To approve applications for street stalls, button days, appeals but excluding door-knock appeals.
• To approve applications for street stalls within the area in accordance with Council’s policy and practice.
1 position
Approve Applications for the Removal of Vehicular Crossings
To approve or refuse applications for the removal of vehicular crossings.
3 positions

Approve or Modify the Number and/or Location of Resident Parking
To change the number and/or location of resident parking, up to a total of ten parking spaces, where: • There are existing resident parking restrictions in the street. • The number of resident parking permits issued in the street exceeds or is one, two or three less than the number of resident parking spaces. • The installation of such parking will not make the entire street resident parking. To refuse an application for additional resident parking where the number of resident parking permits issued in the street is less than the number of resident parking spaces.
1 position

Approve or Refuse an Application for Road Rules 2014 Compliance Signs
To approve or refuse an application for Road Rules 2014 compliance signs (for example, 10m “No Stopping” restrictions at intersections), where the NSW Police agree with the approval or refusal.
3 positionsRoad Rules 2014

Approve or Refuse an Application for Signs across Driveways
To approve or refuse an application for signs or line marking across a driveway, where the NSW Police agree with the approval or refusal.
4 positions

Approve or Refuse an Application for Traffic Bollards
Approve or Refuse an Application for Traffic Bollards
4 positions

Approve or refuse applications for pruning or removal of trees
Approve or refuse an application for a Vegetation Removal Permit under the State Environmental Planning Policy (Vegetation in Non-Rural Areas) 2017, or an application under any other applicable Environmental Planning Instrument, to prune, top, lop or remove trees or vegetation either on the applicant’s property or Council’s property, subject to the payment of any required fee.
6 positions

Approve or Refuse to grant Council’s consent to a third party development application that may traverse or Impact upon Council Land
Approve or Refuse to grant Council’s consent to a third party development application that may traverse or Impact upon Council Land
3 positions

Approve Storm Water Drainage Work Connections from Private Property to Council’s Storm Water Systems
To approve or refuse all connections from private property to Council’s storm water systems where those works are for the sole benefit of the development and do not revert to the core control and management of the Council.
3 positions

Approve Storm Water Drainage Works Connections that Revert to Council
Where the Council has approved a subdivision/development subject to the construction of a storm water drainage works that revert to the care, control and management of Council by the applicant, to approve such works upon submission of all necessary plans and documentation.
3 positions

Approve Temporary Road Closures To approve temporary road closures where:
To approve temporary road closures where: ; The temporary road closure is not more than two consecutive days. ; Transport for NSW approves the Traffic Management Plan and grants a road occupancy licence (as required). ; The NSW Police approve the closure. ; The application complies with Council’s Conditions of Closure.
4 positions

Approve the Casual Use of Council Parks and Properties
To approve or refuse applications for the casual use of parks in accordance with policies and subject to approved fees (if any).
6 positions

Approve the Construction of Vehicular Crossings and Footpath Restorations
To approve or refuse the construction of vehicular crossings and/or restoration works on Council land or over Council controlled road reserves.
4 positions

Approve the Installation of Additional Street Lighting
To approve the installation of additional street lighting facilities and associated charges.
3 positions

Approve the Installation of Traffic Facilities
To approve the installation of individual Traffic Facilities projects, where: ; the individual Traffic Facility project forms part of that financial year’s Traffic Facilities Program which has previously been approved. ; after conducting a survey of local residents, the majority favours the proposed traffic facility design. ; Subject to compliance with any applicable Council policies.
4 positions

Approve the Installation of Warning Signs
To approve the installation of warning signs, where: ; The definition of warning sign is as defined in the Australian Standard (AS1742.1-2014) ; The proposed sign can be found in Section 3 Warning Signs of the Australian Standard (AS1742.1-2014) ; The NSW Police agree with the installation.
8 positions

Approve, Refuse or Condition Applications for School/Community Groups Visitation to Council Properties
To approve, refuse or condition any application for school and community group visitation to Council owned or controlled properties.
8 positions

Authorise Amendments to the Rate Register
Authority to: (a) amend the rate and valuation books/records where such amendment is necessary by reason of change of ownership, occupancy or address; (b) insert in the rate book the name of a rate or person whose land has not been valued because of an omission by the Valuer General in terms of the provisions of the Local Government Act 1993; (c) insert the name of any person who ought to have been rated or who since the making of the rate has become liable to be rated; (d) strike out the name of any person who ought not to have been rated; (e) raise or reduce the sum of rates owing due to error; (f) include any land which ought to have been rated; (g) to write off accrued interest to a maximum of $50.
7 positionsLocal Government Act 1993

Authorise and Sign Notices to Quit to Tenants of Council Properties
To authorise and sign notices to quit to tenants whose rent arrears exceed four weeks, or to take such alternative action necessary to manage tenants and recover outstanding rent or payments.
4 positions

Authorise Contribution to Cost of Dividing Fences on Council Property
Authority to contribute on behalf of Council half the cost of fencing a boundary common to land owned by Council or under the Council’s care, control and management subject to two quotations being obtained and subject to compliance with the Dividing Fences Act 1991, where applicable.
4 positionsDividing Fences Act 1991

Authorise Expenditure for Maintenance and Replacement of Council Motor Vehicles and Plant
To requisition and authorise the expenditure of funds for the repair, maintenance and replacement of Council’s plant, equipment and vehicles.
4 positions

Authorise One-off Variations of Working Hours on Building Work Sites where the Matter is one of Public Safety
To authorise a one-off variation to the restricted hours of building works where: (a) urgent building works to be carried out; (b) large cranes have to stand on streets; (c) the loading/unloading of materials and pouring of the concrete which would otherwise cause interference to traffic; and (d) the erection or removal of hoarding tower cranes, awnings and the like.
4 positions

Authorise the Issue of On-the-Spot Penalty Notices
To authorise the issue of ‘on-the-spot’ penalty infringement notices and to commence Court proceedings where necessary.
4 positions

Authorise the Maintenance and Repair of Council Properties
To authorise repairs/maintenance of Council’s buildings, equipment and plant within the limits approved in the annual budget.
11 positions

Authorise Withdrawal of Penalty Infringement – Leniency

(a) To withdraw Penalty Infringement Notices where those notices are technically flawed.

Note – Not to be the originator or signatory to the Penalty Notice.

0 positions
Authorise Withdrawal of Penalty Infringement – Leniency/Hardship or Technical Flaws
To withdraw Penalty Infringement Notices, or Proceedings instituted by Council in reliance upon such a notice, where (excluding cases where the delegate was the originator or signatory to the Penalty Notice): (a) there is a technical flaw in the notice; or (b) following consideration of representations relating to Leniency, Hardship, or prospects of successful prosecution.
1 position

Authority on behalf of the Council as an aviation industry participant to undertake all functions in relation to a transport security program in accordance with Part 2 of the Aviation Transport Security Act 2004 and in particular sections 18, 22, 23A and 26A.
Authority on behalf of the Council as an aviation industry participant to undertake all functions in relation to a transport security program in accordance with Part 2 of the Aviation Transport Security Act 2004 and in particular sections 18, 22, 23A and 26A.
3 positionsAviation Transport Security Act 2004

Authority to exercise and/or perform on behalf of the Council the Council's delegable functions as an airport operator and/or an aviation industry participant under the Aviation Transport Security Act 2004 and Aviation Transport Security Regulations 2005
Authority to exercise and/or perform on behalf of the Council the Council's delegable functions as an airport operator and/or an aviation industry participant under the Aviation Transport Security Act 2004 and Aviation Transport Security Regulations 2005
3 positionsAviation Transport Security Act 2004

Aviation Transport Security Regulation 2005

Building and Development Certifiers Act 2018
Oversee and ensure registered certifier acts in accordance with the Building and Development Certifiers Act 2018
2 positionsBuilding and Development Certifiers Act 2018

Determine Applications for Parking Permits
Determine Applications for Parking Permits
4 positions

Determine Development Applications (including Section 4.55 and Modification Applications) and Complying Development Applications made under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 and relevant Regulations
(a) To determine development applications (including applications made pursuant to Section 4.55 and Section 4.56 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, Complying Development Applications and Subdivision applications) that comply with relevant Acts and Regulations together with Council's LEP and DCP, any other relevant DCP and Council policies and no material objections have been received. (b) To determine development applications (including applications made pursuant to Section 4.55 and Section 4.56 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 and Subdivision applications as (a) above except where approval of the application would result in a material adverse impact on a person who made a written objection to the application due to non-compliance with a development standard in Council’s LEP. Delegated approval is permissible if that objection can be resolved through a condition of consent or has been addressed by way of amendment to plans. (c) To determine applications made pursuant to Section 4.55 and Section 4.56 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, and relevant Regulations, where objections have been received but those objections do not raise any issues not covered when the original application was determined (d) To determine applications made pursuant to and in accordance with Section 4.55 and Section 4.56 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, and relevant Regulations, where objections have been received but those objections do not raise any issues not covered when the original application was determined. (e) To determine Modification Applications pursuant to the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979. Note: (1) Notwithstanding subclauses (a) and (b) above, any development application or application to modify a consent must be referred to Council for determination, following a written request from at least two Councillors to the General Manager and/or CEO. (2) Notwithstanding subclauses (a) and (b) above, any development application or application to modify a consent that, in the opinion of the Director Planning & Environment, is of significant public interest or where any determination may result in major policy implications must be referred to Council for determination.
5 positionsEnvironmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979

Determine Extensions of Development Consent
To determine applications for extensions of time in regard to use or development consent in accordance with the provisions of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 where the proposal generally complies with current planning controls.
3 positionsEnvironmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979

Determine Public Notification of Applications
To determine public notification of applications: (a) To determine whether an application should be exempted from notification in accordance with Council policy. (b) To determine such persons who own land or who reside in properties that may be detrimentally affected by the development and to ensure such persons are notified in accordance with Council’s policy.
3 positions

Determine the Disposal Price and Time of Council Plant and Equipment by Auction
To determine the disposal price and time of disposal for Council’s plant and equipment.
4 positions

Determine the Fee for the Provision of Council Employees as Witnesses and Information in Court Cases
To determine the fee to be charged for the provision of Council’s employees as witnesses and/or the supplying of information for Court cases in accordance with Council’s fees and charges adopted by Resolution of Council.
2 positions

Determine the Reserve Price and Disposal of Plant, Equipment and Vehicles by Public Auction, Tender or Trade-in
Authority to approve a sale price for Council plant, equipment or vehicles by public auction, tender or trade-in if: ; the best offer is more than 10% below the reserve price; and / or ; the reserve price has been set by consulting either a valuer, auctioneer, or professional book (ie, Red Book); and / or ; results from previous auctions for similar plant, equipment or vehicles has been considered (a) determine the reserve price and disposal method for IT equipment
2 positions

Determine Water Restrictions
To impose water restrictions on fixed hoses and sprinklers and to lift such restrictions when appropriate.
1 position

Determine Water Restrictions
To impose water restrictions in an emergency (for example where plant failure is restricting the ability to provide water at usual service levels) on fixed hoses and sprinklers and to lift such restrictions when appropriate.
0 positions
Endorse/Sign Positive Covenants, Easements and Section 88B Instruments under the Conveyancing Act 1919
; To approve and sign the grant or removal of a positive covenant or restriction contained in any positive covenant, easement and/or section 88B instrument under the Conveyancing Act 1919 ; To suspend the operation of any regulatory instrument in reliance upon section 3.16 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 and subject to any Council Policy and the Law.
3 positionsConveyancing Act 1919

Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979

Enforce the Payment of Rates
To issue notices under the Local Government Act 1993 Act for the recovery of rates. To approve alternative options for the collection of outstanding rates, including collection of rent in lieu of rates, issuing of proceedings, accepting exchange of land and such other alternatives available to Council under the Local Government Act 1993.
5 positionsLocal Government Act 1993

Enforcing of Excess Weight Limits
As per rule 221-1, and in conjunction with the Heavy Vehicle National Law and the Road Transport (General) Regulation 2021 Part 4 and section 163, act as the Authorised Person to enforce excess weight limits.
1 positionRoad Rules 2014

Heavy Vehicle National Law (NSW)

Road Transport (General) Regulation 2013

Enforcing Parking Rules
Act as Council's Authorised Person to enforce parking rules as per the Road Rules 2014
2 positionsRoad Rules 2014

Engage Contractors for the Removal of Derelict Vehicles from Roads, Road Reserves and Public Places
Authority to engage contractors to remove derelict vehicles from roads, road reserves and public places in accordance with the Impounding Act 1993 and Public Spaces (Unattended Property) Act 2021 .
5 positionsImpounding Act 1993

Exercise Council’s Power to Carry out Work on Private Land for an Amount fixed by Council
To exercise Council’s power to carry out work on private land, subject to the consent of the owner and/or a legal right for Council to carry out the works.
6 positions

Exercise the Powers of Council’s Impounding Officer
Exercise the Powers of Council’s Impounding Officer
5 positions

Filming Projects
To act as Council's Authorised Officer for the purposes of section 79 of the Roads Regulation 2018 to supervise and monitor any activity that is ancillary or connected with a filming project prescribed as a road event.
2 positionsRoads Regulation 2018

Implement the Adopted Operational Plan and Four-Year Delivery Program
To implement any work, service or action provided for in the adopted Delivery Program / Operational plan without further reference to Council except for: ; the acceptance of tenders which are required under the Local Government Act 1993 to be invited by the Council, and ; the determination of project priorities where lump sum funding for a program has been provided.
23 positionsLocal Government Act 1993

Install and Refuse Applications in Special Use Zones
To install and refuse an application for the following Special Use Zones: ; Works Zones ; Loading Zones ; Mail Zones ; Motorcycle Parking ; Bus Zone ; Taxi Zone ; Police Vehicles Zone ; Disabled Parking ; Temporary Bus Zones (for example, railway buses). Approval for the installation of all these Special Use Zones will be granted only where the NSW Police agree to the installation. In addition, approval for the installation of Mail Zones will be granted only where Australia Post agree to the installation; and approval for the installation of Bus Zones will be granted where Transport for NSW agree to the installation.
4 positions

Installation, operation and retrieval of CCTV cameras and their footage
(a) Approve the viewing and/or retrieval of stored CCTV footage;
(c) Maintain the register of fixed CCTV camera locations.
0 positions
Issue a Temporary Resident Parking Permit
To issue temporary resident parking permits in cases relating to carers’ responsibilities or temporary medical restrictions, to a maximum of three months.
1 position

Issue General Infringement/Penalty Notices relating to 27 Act 2015
To issue Infringement Notices under the Self Enforcing Infringement Notice Scheme relating to 27 Act 2015
3 positionsBiosecurity Act 2015

Issue General Infringement/Penalty Notices relating to Boarding Houses Act 2012
To issue Infringement Notices under the Self Enforcing Infringement Notice Scheme relating to Boarding Houses Act 2012
3 positionsBoarding Houses Act 2012

Issue General Infringement/Penalty Notices relating to Companion Animals Act 1998
To issue Infringement Notices under the Self Enforcing Infringement Notice Scheme relating to Companion Animals Act 1998
5 positionsCompanion Animals Act 1998

Issue General Infringement/Penalty Notices relating to Companion Animals Regulation 2018
To issue Infringement Notices under the Self Enforcing Infringement Notice Scheme relating to Companion Animals Regulation 2018
5 positionsCompanion Animals Regulations 2018

Issue General Infringement/Penalty Notices relating to Crown Land Management Act 2016
To issue Infringement Notices under the Self Enforcing Infringement Notice Scheme relating to Crown Land Management Act 2016
4 positionsCrown Land Management Act 2016

Issue General Infringement/Penalty Notices relating to Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979
To issue Infringement Notices under the Self Enforcing Infringement Notice Scheme relating to Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979
4 positionsEnvironmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979

Issue General Infringement/Penalty Notices relating to Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulation 2000, Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulation 2021 and Environmental Planning and Assessment (Development Certification and Fire Safety) Regulation 2021.
To issue Infringement Notices under the Self Enforcing Infringement Notice Scheme relating to Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulation 2000, Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulation 2021 and Environmental Planning and Assessment (Development Certification and Fire Safety) Regulation 2021.
4 positionsEnvironmental Planning and Assessment Regulation 2000

Issue General Infringement/Penalty Notices relating to Food Act 2003
To issue Infringement Notices under the Self Enforcing Infringement Notice Scheme relating to Food Act 2003
5 positionsFood Act 2003

Issue General Infringement/Penalty Notices relating to Food Regulation 2015
To issue Infringement Notices under the Self Enforcing Infringement Notice Scheme relating to Food Regulation 2015
5 positionsFood Regulation 2015

Issue General Infringement/Penalty Notices relating to Graffiti Control Act 2008 and Graffiti Control Regulation 2021
Issue General Infringement/Penalty Notices relating to Graffiti Control Act 2008 and Graffiti Control Regulation 2021
7 positionsGraffiti Control Act 2008

Issue General Infringement/Penalty Notices relating to Local Government Act 1993
To issue Infringement Notices under the Self Enforcing Infringement Notice Scheme relating to Local Government Act 1993
7 positionsLocal Government Act 1993

Issue General Infringement/Penalty Notices relating to Protection of the Environment Operations (Clean Air) Regulation 2022
Issue General Infringement/Penalty Notices relating to Protection of the Environment Operations (Clean Air) Regulation 2022
4 positionsProtection of the Environment Operations (Clean Air) Regulation 2022

Issue General Infringement/Penalty Notices relating to Protection of the Environment Operations (Noise Control) Regulation 2017
To issue Infringement Notices under the Self Enforcing Infringement Notice Scheme relating to Protection of the Environment Operations (Noise Control) Regulation 2017
5 positionsProtection of the Environment Operations (Noise Control) Regulations 2017

Issue General Infringement/Penalty Notices relating to Protection of the Environment Operations (Waste) Regulation 2014
To issue Infringement Notices under the Self Enforcing Infringement Notice Scheme relating to Protection of the Environment Operations (Waste) Regulation 2014
4 positionsProtection of the Environment Operations (Waste) Regulation 2014

Issue General Infringement/Penalty Notices relating to Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997
To issue Infringement Notices under the Self Enforcing Infringement Notice Scheme relating to Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997
4 positionsProtection of the Environment Operations Act 1997

Issue General Infringement/Penalty Notices relating to Public Health Act 2010
To issue Infringement Notices under the Self Enforcing Infringement Notice Scheme relating to Public Health Act 2010
4 positionsPublic Health Act 2010

Issue General Infringement/Penalty Notices relating to Public Health Regulation 2012
To issue Infringement Notices under the Self Enforcing Infringement Notice Scheme relating to Public Health Regulation 2012
4 positionsPublic Health Regulation 2022

Issue General Infringement/Penalty Notices relating to Public Spaces (Unattended Property) Act 2021
Issue General Infringement/Penalty Notices relating to Public Spaces (Unattended Property) Act 2021
5 positionsPublic Spaces (Unattended Property) Act 2021

Issue General Infringement/Penalty Notices relating to Road Rules 2014
To issue Infringement Notices under the Self Enforcing Infringement Notice Scheme relating to Road Rules 2014
4 positionsRoad Rules 2014

Issue General Infringement/Penalty Notices relating to Road Transport (General) Regulation 2021
To issue Infringement Notices under the Self Enforcing Infringement Notice Scheme relating to Road Transport (General) Regulation 2021
6 positionsRoad Transport (General) Regulation 2013

Issue General Infringement/Penalty Notices relating to Roads Regulation 2018
To issue Infringement Notices under the Self Enforcing Infringement Notice Scheme relating to Roads Regulation 2018
4 positionsRoads Regulation 2018

Issue General Infringement/Penalty Notices relating to Swimming Pools Act 1992
To issue Infringement Notices under the Self Enforcing Infringement Notice Scheme relating to Swimming Pools Act 1992
6 positionsSwimming Pools Act 1992

Issue General Infringements as Road Authority
Issue General Infringement/Penalty Notices relating to the Roads Act 1993 under the Self Enforcing Infringement Notice Scheme relating to the Roads Act 1993 and as Council's Authorised Officer as per Council's role as the Roads Authority
3 positionsRoads Act 1993

Issue Notices of Intention to Issue Orders and Orders under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979
Issue Notices of Intention to Issue Orders and Orders under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979
4 positionsEnvironmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979

Issue Notices of Intention to Issue Orders and Orders under the Local Government Act 1993
Issue Notices of Intention to Issue Orders under section 124 and section 132 the Local Government Act 1993
4 positionsLocal Government Act 1993

Issue Notices of Intention, Notices and Declarations under the Companion Animals Act 1998
Issue Notices of Intention, Notices and Declarations under the Companion Animals Act 1998
3 positionsCompanion Animals Act 1998

Issue Notices to require the Payment of Rent in lieu of Rates
To issue notices under the Local Government Act 1993 for the recovery of outstanding rates by requiring the payment of rent to Council in lieu of rates.
5 positionsLocal Government Act 1993

Issue of Permits, Certificates or Approvals
To approve or refuse the issue of permits, certificates and approvals for activities that are required to be regulated under the provisions of the Local Government Act 1993 and the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 or related legislation; including, but not limited to: ; Section 68 Approvals under the Local Government Act 1993; ; all building information certificates, construction certificates, subdivision certificates, certificates of classifications and occupation certificates.
7 positionsLocal Government Act 1993

Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979

Issue or Carry on Proceedings (including prosecutions)
To lay information, to initiate or carry on, to act on behalf of Council, and to negotiate on matters in issue between parties, in any proceedings in any Court or Tribunal, including but not limited to, the Local, District or Supreme Courts of any State or Territory, any Industrial Relations Commission or Court, and the Land and Environment Court.
1 position

Issue Orders, Directions and Notices under the Roads Act 1993.
Issue Orders, Directions and Notices under the Roads Act 1993.
4 positionsRoads Act 1993

Issue Parking Infringement Notices
To issue parking infringement notices on behalf of Council for offences listed in the fixed penalty handbook under the self enforcing infringement notice scheme
5 positions

Issue Prevention Notices, Clean up Notices or Prohibition Notices under the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997
Issue Prevention Notices, Clean up Notices or Prohibition Notices under the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997
4 positionsProtection of the Environment Operations Act 1997

Let or Hire Council Plant and Equipment and Determine Plant and Equipment Hire Rates
To let or hire any of the Council’s public works, plant, machinery and equipment in accordance with rates determined by Council.
3 positions

Make or Authorise Public and Media Statements
In the absence of the CEO,
(a) To make or authorise urgent public statements
(b) Issue media releases on urgent matters involving the Council.
0 positions
Make Sign Adjustments
To undertake the following sign adjustments: ; Change existing parking restriction times to Council’s standard times; ; Move existing signs to a more visible location (for example, move a sign hidden behind a tree trunk); ; Install “repeater”/additional signs (for example, where there are existing parking restrictions signs, install an additional sign in the middle to emphasise the restrictions). ; Change old “No Standing” signs to “No Parking” signs as per the Australian Road Rules
5 positions

Manage Issues relating to Numbering of Buildings
To require owners or occupiers of land on which buildings are erected and which have frontages/entrances from roads, to mark the building, fence or road frontage with such numbers and in the manner and form that may from time to time be required.
3 positions

Manage the Council’s Motor Vehicle Fleet
To control Council’s motor vehicle fleet in the following matters: (a) Authority to drive; (b) Private use of vehicles; (c) Council and user records; (d) Allocation of vehicles (e) Alternative user procedures initial equipment including tyres, general maintenance and cleaning of cars.
3 positions

Operate and maintain Council’s Cemetery/Crematorium in accordance with all applicable legislative requirements
Operate and maintain Council’s Cemetery/Crematorium in accordance with all applicable legislative requirements
4 positions

Operate and Maintain Council’s Children’s Services in accordance with all applicable legislative requirements
Operate and Maintain Council’s Children’s Services in accordance with all applicable legislative requirements
1 position

Operate and Maintain Council’s Waste Management Centre (Landfill) in accordance with all applicable legislative requirements
Operate and Maintain Council’s Waste Management Centre (Landfill) in accordance with all applicable legislative requirements
3 positions

Operate and Maintain the Council Airport in accordance with all applicable legislative requirements and Council's applicable operation manual
Operate and Maintain the Council Airport in accordance with all applicable legislative requirements and Council's applicable operation manual
3 positions

Order Supplies, Plant and Equipment Authorised under Requisition
To order all supplies, materials, plant, equipment and vehicles upon the issue of an appropriate authorised requisition.
15 positions

Oversee General Infringement/Penalty Notices relating to Roads Act 1993
Oversee the issuance of Infringement Notices under the Self Enforcing Infringement Notice Scheme relating to Roads Act 1993
3 positionsRoads Act 1993

Private Works
Charge out Council’s, plant, machinery and equipment relevant to your Department in accordance with rates determined by Council for the purposes of facilitating private works.
1 position
Resolve or Authorise Settlement of Liability Claims
To resolve claims on Council’s behalf a) up to the excess on insurance policies b) above the level of the excess applicable to each insurance policy where an insurance claim is not made or an insurance claim is not accepted by the insurer, or c) there is no insurance in place.
4 positions

Sign as Owner of Council Properties for Applications for Development/Building Consent
Sign as Owner of Council Properties for Applications for Development/Building Consent
5 positions

Suspend the operation of an Alcohol-Free Zone in accordance with section 645 of the Local Government Act 1993.
Temporarily suspend the operation of an Alcohol-Free Zone in accordance with section 645 of the Local Government Act 1993.
4 positionsLocal Government Act 1993

Take Legal Action for the Recovery of Unpaid Rates and Charges and Unpaid Sundry Debtors
To take all necessary legal action at any time for the recovery of unpaid rates and charges and unpaid sundry debtors in accordance with the Local Government Act 1993
5 positionsLocal Government Act 1993

To Administer the Provisions of the Roads Act 1993 and Road Transport Act 2013, and any subordinate legislation, including the Road Rules 2014, as they apply to Council
To Administer the Provisions of the Roads Act 1993 and Road Transport Act 2013, and any subordinate legislation, including the Road Rules 2014, as they apply to Council, subject to any applicable standards, protocols and directions from State Government departments and/or NSW Police, and inclusive of any delegation made to Council and/or its officers by the State Government, a Minister, Department or Agency under such Acts or Regulations, subject to any conditions imposed on that delegation.
4 positionsRoad Rules 2014

Roads Act 1993



Staffing Matters

DelegationPositionsLegislation
Approve a Report of Injury to Council’s Workers Compensation Insurer
Approve a Report of Injury to Council’s Workers Compensation Insurer
3 positions

Approve Claims for the Loss of Personal Property – Staff
To approve or refuse claims for the loss of personal property provided that such property was required for the normal performance of the staff member's duties in terms of Council's policy and practice and the personal property was lost or destroyed in the course of employment through no fault or negligence of the employee.
2 positions

Approve Claims for the Loss of Personal Property – Staff
To approve or refuse claims for the loss of personal property up to the value of $1,000 provided that such property was required for the normal performance of the staff member's duties in terms of Council's policy and practice and the personal property was lost or destroyed in the course of employment through no fault or negligence of the employee.
1 position
Approve Council Employment Agreements in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award 2023
Approve Council Employment Agreements in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award 2023
1 positionLocal Government (State) Award 2020

Approve Employment Outside of Council
To approve or refuse staff to engage, for remuneration, in private employment or contract work outside of the Council.
2 positions

Approve Job Status Change/Higher Grade Salary for Short Term
Approve job status change/higher grade pay in short term acting situations in accordance with Council’s Policies.
5 positions

Approve Leave
Approve or refuse leave having due regard to the proper functioning of the Council and maintenance of appropriate levels of service to the public and compliance with Council’s Policies including: (a) Long service (all types); (b) Annual; (c) Sick (Full Pay); (d) Carers; (e) Bereavement; (f) Jury service; (g) Trade union training leave; (h) Union conference leave; (i) Parental/maternity leave; (j) Emergency services (up to 5 days per calendar year); (k) Defence Force Reserve; (l) Study leave (if education assistance already approved); (n) Concurrent parental leave; (o) Purchased annual leave; (p) Approved leave of absence; (q) Sick (Half Pay); (r) Health and Wellbeing leave; and (s) Special leave with or without leave. (m) Leave without pay; (t) Family and Domestic Violence leave
1 position

Approve Leave

Approve or refuse leave having due regard to the proper functioning of the Council and maintenance of appropriate levels of service to the public and compliance with Council’s Policies including:
(a) Long service (Full Pay);
(b) Annual;
(c) Sick (Full Pay);
(d) Carers;
(e) Bereavement;
(f) Jury service;
(g) Trade union training leave;
(h) Union conference leave;
(i) Parental/maternity leave;
(j) Emergency services (up to 5 days per calendar year);
(k) Defence Force Reserve; 
(l) Study leave (if education assistance already approved);
(n) Concurrent parental leave;
(p) Approved leave of absence;
(r) Health and Wellbeing leave;

(s) Special Leave with Pay

(t) Family and Domestic Violence leave

0 positions
Approve Leave
Approve or refuse leave having due regard to the proper functioning of the Council and maintenance of appropriate levels of service to the public and compliance with Council’s Policies including:
(a) Long service (all types);
(b) Annual;
(c) Sick (Full Pay);
(d) Carers;
(e) Bereavement;
(f) Jury service;
(g) Trade union training leave;
(h) Union conference leave;
(j) Emergency services (up to 5 days per calendar year);
(k) Defence Force Reserve; 
(l) Study leave (if education assistance already approved);
(p) Approved leave of absence;
(r) Health and Wellbeing leave; 
(s) Special Leave with Pay; and 
(t) Family and Domestic Violence leave.
2 positions
Approve Leave
Approve or refuse leave having due regard to the proper functioning of the Council and maintenance of appropriate levels of service to the public and compliance with Council’s Policies including:
(b) Annual;
(c) Sick (Full Pay);
(d) Carers;
(e) Bereavement;
(t) Family and Domestic Violence leave
3 positions
Approve or Refuse a Standard Appointment Recruitment Process
Approve the appointment, engagement, or promotion of staff in accordance with Council’s Policies.
4 positions

Approve or Refuse Career Enhancement Support
Approve or refuse education assistance to staff in accordance with Council’s Career Enhancement Procedure.
12 positions

Approve or Refuse Flexible Work Arrangements
Approve or refuse flexible work arrangements for staff in accordance with Council’s Policies.
12 positions

Approve or Refuse Payment of Allowances and Employment Entitlements and Benefits
Approve or refuse payment of allowances and employment entitlements and benefits in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award 2020 and applicable employment contracts.
5 positionsLocal Government (State) Award 2020

Approve Overtime Payments
Approve or refuse the payment of overtime in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award 2023.
22 positionsLocal Government (State) Award 2020

Approve Performance Bonus Payments for Staff
Approve Performance Bonus payments for staff in accordance with Council’s Policies.
1 position

Approve Professional Development
Approve attendance at professional development programs and reasonable out of pocket expenses, with pay in the following cases: (a) Professional body where staff members are full members of a relevant professional body that is running a conference or meeting – a maximum of five days leave at any one time, with a maximum in any one year of 15 days; (d) Attendance at refresher courses (for example, management courses) to be decided by Council in each particular case.
7 positions

Approve Professional Development
Approve attendance at professional development programs and reasonable out of pocket expenses, with pay in the following cases:
(a) Professional body where staff members are full members of a relevant professional body that is running a conference or meeting – a maximum of five days leave at any one time, with a maximum in any one year of 15 days;
(d) Attendance at refresher courses (for example, management courses) to be decided by Council in each particular case.
1 position
Approve Salary Step Progressions for Staff
Approve salary step progression for staff in accordance with the Agreement and Council’s Reward and Recognition Framework Policy and the Local Government (State) Award 2020
6 positionsLocal Government (State) Award 2020

Approve the Reclassification of Staff
To reclassify all staff in accordance with Council’s Reward and Recognition Framework or equivalent policies.
4 positions

Approve Travelling and Subsistence Expenses
(a) To approve or refuse the payment of domestic travel and subsistence expenses to staff in accordance with Council’s Policies. (b) To approve or refuse the payment of international travel and subsistence expenses to staff in accordance with Council’s Policies. (c) To approve or refuse overseas travel where it relates to training, operational or professional activities.
1 position

Approve Travelling and Subsistence Expenses
(a) To approve or refuse the payment of domestic travel and subsistence expenses to staff in accordance with Council’s Policies.
(b) To approve or refuse the payment of international travel and subsistence expenses to staff in accordance with Council’s Policies.
0 positions
Approve Travelling and Subsistence Expenses
(a) To approve or refuse the payment of domestic travel and subsistence expenses to staff in accordance with Council’s Policies.
1 position
Approve Variations to Industrial Instruments for Leave,
Allowances or Conditions of Employment for not less than conditions in the Local Government (State) Award 2023 Approve variations to the relevant industrial agreements for leave, allowances or conditions of employment for staff employed under the Local Government (State) Award 2023 in accordance with the relevant industrial relations legislation.
1 positionLocal Government (State) Award 2020

Authorise and Co-authorise Tax File Number (TFN) Declaration Forms
Authorise and Co-authorise Tax File Number (TFN) Declaration Forms
7 positions

Authorise Personal Use of Council Equipment by Staff
To determine any requests for personal use of Council equipment for the undertaking of any work, and to determine in consultation with the relevant executive officer appropriate rental/hire charges for such use.
2 positions

Deal with Industrial Disputes
To deal with industrial disputes within the terms of existing Industrial Instruments.
1 position

Dismiss Employees
To dismiss employees or consultants/contractors on such terms that the General Manager and/or CEO deems appropriate
2 positionsLocal Government Act 1993

Employ Staff to fill Short Term Casual Vacancies
Employ Staff to fill Short Term Casual Vacancies
5 positions

Hear Appeals by Employees regarding Employee Relations Issues
To hear appeals by employees against decisions of other employees, in accordance with Council’s Employee Grievance Procedure or similar policies.
2 positions

Provide a Reference to a Potential Employer
To provide a reference to a potential employer with the consent of a current or former employee: (a) Verbal references can be provided to a potential employer. (b) Written references on Council letterhead can only be provided by the General Manager and/or CEO and Directors. Without the consent of a current or former employee the only information that can be provided to a potential employer, is confirmation that the person has worked for Council, the duration of that work and the position occupied during that time.
5 positions

Provide a Reference to a Potential Employer
To provide a reference to a potential employer with the consent of a current or former employee:
(a) Verbal references can be provided to a potential employer.
Without the consent of a current or former employee the only information that can be provided to a potential employer, is confirmation that the person has worked for Council, the duration of that work and the position occupied during that time.
0 positions
Recruitment
• Approve or refuse the appointment, engagement, or promotion of staff • Approve or refuse the use of a recruitment consultant.
1 positionLocal Government Act 1993

Recruitment
Approve or refuse the use of a recruitment consultant.
0 positions
Refuse, Approve or Conditionally Approve the Use of Intellectual Property Created in the Course of Employment with Council
To refuse, approve or conditionally approve any request by an existing or previous employee of Council for the non-exclusive use of intellectual property of the Council created by the employee during the course of their employment with Council, providing there is no monetary or commercial benefit to the employee.
2 positions