A career with Bega Valley Shire Council offers the opportunity to engage in meaningful and diverse work that supports the vibrant communities of the south-east corner of NSW. Nestled between rolling hills and some of the state's most stunning beaches, this region is home to a variety of people who enjoy both rural and coastal living.
As an AR Bluett Award winning Council, we are proud of our dedicated and talented team, whose efforts make our success possible.
With a workforce of over 350, we provide essential services to our communities, including libraries, customer service, finance, children's services, engineering, project management, road maintenance, water management, environment, parks, gardens, and town centres.
We offer a range of employment benefits to support our staff, which may include:
Rostered days off
Flexible work arrangements
Salary packaging
The Opportunity
We have an opportunity for an experienced individual to assist in the planning and management of the natural and built environment of the Bega Valley Shire through the provision of high-level strategic land use planning advice informed by contemporary best practice and policy.
As a Strategic Land Use Planner, you will provide expert advice on strategic planning processes and legislative requirements to the community and key stakeholders, supporting informed understanding of planning frameworks and decision-making processes while assisting with the implementation and application of State Government planning legislation, policies and regional strategies. You will also contribute to the preparation, development and clear articulation of strategic plans, policies and frameworks that guide the sustainable growth and future development of the Bega Valley Shire.
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About You
We are seeking an individual who holds a degree qualification in land use planning, urban planning, urban design or related discipline and 3-5 years recent related work experience (indicative).
You will have the following skills and experience;
Ability to interpret and apply environmental planning legislation, State Environmental Planning Policies, NSW and local government guidelines, policies and procedures.
Proficiency in urban or regional land use planning, architecture, urban design, GIS, economic feasibility analysis, data analysis, policy drafting, landscape biodiversity assessment, agricultural assessment, European or Aboriginal heritage conservation or writing for government publications.
High level analytical and investigative skills.
Ability to write project briefs, manage consultants and undertake stakeholder consultations.
Benefits
This is a permanent full time position working 35 hours per week.
The total remuneration package for this position commences at $111,185.98 gross per annum, comprising of:
$1,909.10 per week base salary
$229.09 per week superannuation (calculated at 12%)
Additional benefits for this position include:
Rostered day off scheme (nine day fortnight)
Annual Award salary increases and performance reviews
Salary packaging program (SmartSalary)
Wellbeing Initiatives - Fitness Passport, Employee Assistance Program, Telus Health App, social club, health monitoring and annual flu vaccinations.
For further information on this position, please contact Sophie Thomson - Strategic Planning Coordinator on
Applications close 11.59pm AEDT on 25 February 2025.
Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and address the advertised selection criteria demonstrating their suitability for the role.
This position requires applicants to be suitably immunised in line with recommendations from the Australian Immunisation Handbook, mandated Public Health Orders and/or Councils Immunisation Procedure.