Job Title:
Senior Strategic Planner
About the Role
The Senior Strategic Planner plays a pivotal role in shaping the development of our city's planning scheme. This is an exceptional opportunity for a skilled town planner to contribute to policy development and enhance their plan-making skills within a collaborative team environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Policy formulation and development activities
* Planning scheme drafting and preparation
* Maintenance and updates of the planning scheme
* Collaboration with stakeholders across various levels, including government agencies, industry groups, and community organizations
* Providing expert advice to internal and external stakeholders
This position requires expertise in growth management, urban design, environmental conservation, and risk management strategies such as flood control and bushfire mitigation.
Requirements
* Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning or equivalent
* Significant experience as a town planner/urban planner
* Development assessment or strategic planning background
* Technical skills relevant to the role
* Highly developed interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
* A high level of attention to detail, analytical thinking, problem-solving ability, and policy development acumen
* Experience in successfully applying project management principles to ensure deliverables and deadlines are met
* Analytical and critical thinking skills to develop innovative solutions
* A positive mindset and enthusiasm for working in a dynamic environment where each day presents new challenges
Why Join Our Team?
We offer a supportive team environment that fosters professional growth and development opportunities. As a Senior Strategic Planner, you will have the chance to work on diverse projects, collaborate with experts, and contribute to shaping the future of our city.