About the team
The Natural Hazards Planning team work closely with the Natural Hazards Engineering team and other internal technical and planning teams to develop fit-for-purpose natural hazard policy and support its integration into the planning scheme.
About your new role
This exciting role is responsible for assisting with the development and implementation of natural hazard policy and mapping updates to the Planning Scheme including for landslide, bushfire, coastal, and flood hazards, as well as other emerging policy work that contributes to the city’s resilience.
This is a Full Time Fixed Term position until June 2027.
Responsibilities and duties of the role include, but are not limited to:
* Working in a specialist team of natural hazard planners, engineers and technical officers, you will contribute to the development of natural hazard policy and its integration and implementation into the Planning Scheme, to enhance the resilience of the Gold Coast.
* The review and preparation of updated natural hazards policy in the planning scheme to ensure it meets State Planning Policy, including hazard identification, risk assessment and analysis, and plan-drafting, in particular for hazard overlay maps and codes.
* Project management and support to deliver key natural hazard components for input to the planning scheme and amendment packages within required internal and statutory timeframes.
* Development of a technically proficient understanding of natural hazard policy in broader land use planning contexts and QLD planning frameworks.
* Contributing to the preparation of high-quality reports and briefings on natural hazard policy and land use planning issues.
* Representing the Natural Hazards Team in various forums, working groups, and projects as required.
* Supporting the delivery of a high level of customer service to clients and stakeholders, both internal and external.
* Contributing to the development and maintenance of productive collaborations and relationships with key stakeholders within the Branch, across the Council Departments and where required, with external agencies.
* Engagement with, and facilitation of, key stakeholder groups, internal and external, as supported by organised meetings.
We're looking for people who have:
* A planning qualification is required and experience in strategic planning, development assessment, or natural hazards planning is desirable.
* An ability to support and assist technical experts across a range of professional fields including engineering and land use planning.
* Technical proficiencies that facilitate an ability to learn about natural hazards planning and policy development.
* Well-developed organisational, communication, project management, and time management skills.
* Proven experience at working unsupervised as well as part of a team.
* Experience in forming positive working relationships with team members and key internal and external stakeholders.
* A high level of motivation, enthusiasm, initiative and a drive to deliver good outcomes for the city.
Be part of shaping the Gold Coast's future
The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.
We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia and we have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:
* 9-day fortnight
* Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid/work from home options, flexible working hours and locations
* Personal and professional development courses
* Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport
* 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or an immediate family member
* 1 free nutritionist and financial advice session per year
We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community.
How to apply
To submit your application, please click apply now and complete the application form. You will be required to upload your resume and a cover letter (no more than two pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes demonstrate you can be successful in this role. Please note that you may also be asked to provide relevant qualifications, where applicable.
Contact Person Maree Domelowe
Contact Email ********@goldcoast.qld.gov.au
Closing Date Tuesday 28 April @ 11:59pm
Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.
We’re committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture. We take pride in people who align with our high-performance principles. We believe that the diverse makeup of our workforce reflects the community we serve. We consider all qualified candidates for employment, irrespective of race, age, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or other protected characteristics by law.