Harley Dykstra is currently seeking Urban Planners; experienced, graduate or undergraduates to join our team working closely with experienced in-house urban planners and a team of development professionals. Positions are available in our Albany, Bunbury and Forrestdale offices.
We are seeking Urban Planners to assist us with our growing list of projects in both the built form and land development spaces. Our client list is growing rapidly, and our projects are varied in nature and scale, providing the successful applicant with well-rounded experience and the opportunity to further their career in this sector.
Undergraduate Student Planners
If you are interested in part-time work whilst you complete your studies as an Urban Planner, we are interested in hearing from you. Please apply to this advert with a cover letter and an up-to-date copy of your resume.
What We Offer:
* A firm with a proven track record of developing staff both professionally and personally.
* Long-term career growth opportunities within a well-respected firm.
* Reward for committed individuals who demonstrate an aptitude to projects of all kinds.
* We adopt a 'team first' approach, which drives our strong company culture, with regular social events and belief in respecting work/life balance.
* A collaborative and open-door management style that seeks to empower staff.
* An attractive & competitive remuneration package, based on your demonstrated skill sets and experience.
* Potentially flexible working arrangements for the right candidate.
* Idyllic coastal location of Albany, office located in the heart of the city.
About your new company
We are a forward-thinking, growing multidisciplinary firm that provides an integrated service to our valued clients through all phases of the development process. Our portfolio of work is growing rapidly and includes many significant, long term development projects.
Our company seeks to be highly professional, team-oriented, and family-friendly. As part of our Planning Team, you will have direct involvement in our projects, providing you with hands on experience and growth opportunities that few firms can offer.
Your key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
* Effectively managing or assisting with various planning projects from initial conception through to determination, in accordance with company and client expectations.
* Undertaking various planning projects including the preparation of complex development applications, structure plans, rezoning applications, subdivision applications, due diligence and the coordination of all associated sub-consultant inputs and reporting, ultimately guiding these through to determination.
* Relatively independently managing a list of Clients, ultimately reporting to our Planning Manager and Directors.
* Presentation of various proposals to Clients, decision makers and other stakeholders, as required.
* Working within our team of planners, project managers and surveyors and offering support and supervision where required.
What you will need to succeed:
* Completed or near-completed tertiary qualifications in Urban & Regional Planning or a related development discipline;
* Previous experience in Western Australian private practice or State/Local Government is desirable.
* A solid knowledge of the Western Australian State and Local Planning Policies and Guidelines is desirable, or alternatively an ability to interpret and comprehend new legislation quickly;
* Initiative and self-motivation to meet client expectations, which helps you to grow personally and Harley Dykstra as a business;
* Strong negotiation skills that seek to achieve positive outcomes for our clients;
* Strong people skills with the ability to relate to clients and to work effectively with other team members.
How to apply
Your application should include:
* A cover letter responding to the "what you will need to succeed" criteria and telling us why you would like to work at Harley Dykstra.
* A resume which clearly details your education, skills and experience, as relevant to the role.
Please submit via the APPLY button in this advertisement.
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