Description
Full‐time position (35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, flexitime option) at the Nowra Administration Building, Bridge Road, Nowra. Permanent role.
Salary
Grade 9: $82,529 – $96,073 gross p.a. plus 12% SuperGrade 10: $91,148 – $104,698 gross p.a. plus 12% SuperGrade 11: $99,775 – $113,318 gross p.a. plus 12% Super
Responsibilities
* Prepare and review statutory and policy planning instruments, including structure plans, planning proposals, local environmental plans, development control plans, contribution plans, urban design plans, environmental studies and related strategic projects.
* Develop strategic planning documents such as settlement strategies, settlement plans and other policy documents.
* Assist the relevant Team Coordinator – Strategy Planning, Policy Planning or Local Planning in delivering objectives outlined in the Group (Business) Plan and collaborate with other units within the Strategic Planning Section.
* Liaise with other Council groups, government agencies, industry and community stakeholders to provide professional advice and prepare submissions for government agency initiatives, policies or legislation.
* Attend relevant technical or community‐based committees with supervisor and senior staff members.
* Assist the public and other stakeholders with strategic planning enquiries.
Qualifications
For all grades
* Class C Driver's Licence.
* Proof of right to work in Australia.
Grade 9
* Completion, or near completion, of recognised tertiary qualifications in urban and regional or town planning (or related field) providing eligibility for corporate membership of the Planning Institute of Australia.
* Understanding of the NSW planning system including the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979 and ability to interpret and apply legislation.
Grade 10
* Completion of recognised tertiary qualifications in urban and regional or town planning (or related field) providing eligibility for corporate membership of the Planning Institute of Australia.
* Working knowledge of the NSW planning system including the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979.
Grade 11
* Recognition of tertiary qualifications in urban and regional or town planning (or related field) providing eligibility for corporate membership of the Planning Institute of Australia.
* High‐level understanding of planning legislation and the planning hierarchy with demonstrated experience in resolving multi‐faced planning issues relevant to strategic planning processes.
* May have particular expertise in Planning Proposals, Development Control Plans or Contribution Plans.
Benefits
* Generous leave entitlements.
* Long Service Leave after 5 years.
* Option of flexitime for indoor staff.
* 9‐day fortnight for outdoor staff.
* Flexible and remote working arrangements.
* Novated lease arrangements available.
* Opportunities for professional development and training.
* Corporate wellbeing programmes, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
* Discounted health insurance.
* Conditions apply as per the Local Government State award and Council policies.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Shoalhaven City Council is committed to creating a workplace that reflects our diverse community. We welcome applicants of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with a disability, culturally diverse individuals, and LGBTQIA+ community members. We ensure equitable recruitment practices, and applicants with disability can request reasonable adjustments. As a Child Safe Organisation, we uphold the rights and safety of all children and young people.
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