Job Summary
This role offers an exciting opportunity for a dynamic Planning Officer / Senior Planning Officer to work in a collaborative and inclusive environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing and managing development applications, mentoring team members, and representing the council in legal matters.
About the Position
We are seeking a highly motivated individual with graduate or postgraduate qualifications in Town Planning from a recognized university or other tertiary education institution, or equivalent. The ideal candidate will have excellent written and oral communication skills, ability to apply a risk management approach to development assessment, and demonstrated negotiation skills.
Key Responsibilities
* Assess and manage development applications, ensuring high-quality outcomes in accordance with legislative timeframes.
* Mentor and guide other team members, provide technical leadership, and play a key role in continuous process and business improvement across the unit.
* Represent Council in legal matters and strategic forums.
Selection Criteria
The following selection criteria must be met:
* Graduate or postgraduate qualifications in Town Planning from a recognized university or other tertiary education institution, or equivalent.
* Current 'C' Class Driver's Licence to independently drive to attend offsite meetings and inspections.
* Demonstrated knowledge of and skills in interpreting and applying the Planning Act 2016 and any associated legislation, and/or practical experience in the assessment or preparation of development applications.
* Exemplary written and oral communication skills with demonstrated ability to prepare detailed planning correspondence to a range of audiences.
* Ability to apply a risk management approach to development assessment, and facilitation of a problem solving/outcomes orientated approach to work.
* Demonstrated communication skills that develop and maintain effective working relationships with staff, customers and stakeholders.
* Demonstrated negotiation skills, including proven ability to resolve complex and technical development matters on matters relating to Council Policy, engineering matters, and/or specific development applications.
What We Offer
* Achieve work/life balance with flexible working arrangements.
* Fitness Passport - subsidised health and well-being memberships (gym/swimming pool).
* Recharge with up to 5 weeks annual leave.
* Up to 3 weeks personal leave.
* Cherish family time with up to 14 weeks paid parental leave.
* Grow personally and professionally with learning and development opportunities.
* Salary sacrifice opportunities.
Culture and Values
* Fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
* Embracing innovation and continuous improvement.
* Cultivating a culture of professional growth and support.