City Development Director, James Ruprai, Announced

Council announces the appointment of James Ruprai to the role of Director, City Development. Mr Ruprai comes to Shoalhaven having departed his role as the Group Executive, Customer Engagement and Planning Services at Sunshine Coast Council in Queensland.

Mayor, Amanda Findley said, “I am extremely pleased to announce the appointment of James Ruprai to the position of Director, City Development as incoming Director to replace the retiring Phil Costello.”

“Mr Ruprai joins us with a wealth of experience in planning, compliance and environmental services at councils in both Queensland and New South Wales, having previously worked for the Sydney Olympic Park Authority, as well as his time in an executive planning role with one of Australia’s largest local governments.”

“He is most pleased to relocate back to NSW and to the Shoalhaven. I look forward to working closely with James on our important current and future city development projects for our community,” Mayor Findley.

Under James’ leadership, the City Development Directorate is responsible for Development Assessments, Certification, Building Assessments and Compliance. The Directorate is also responsible for Ranger Services, Animal Management, Environmental Services (Policy, Regulation, Compliance, Weeds), Natural Areas (Waterways, Beaches, Bushland) and the Ulladulla Service Centre.

James holds tertiary qualifications appropriate for the position as well as an MBA. He is also a member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. James has commenced with Council on 14 February 2022.

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