Salary: $100,066.00 - $108,372.00
Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Stonnington City Centre, 311 Glenferrie Road, Malvern + Working from home
Job Category: Statutory Planning
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Job Description
The Senior Statutory Planner plays a vital role in the City of Stonnington, contributing to the delivery of high-quality planning outcomes in alignment with the organisation's strategic objectives and the statutory planning framework. This role enhances team performance through mentoring, guidance and collaboration, and streamlines processes to support efficiency and statutory compliance. The Senior Planner engages effectively with internal and external stakeholders to build strong relationships and represents the Council in complex planning matters.
Key Responsibilities
* Implement the Statutory Planning functions of Council and provide an efficient, accurate and effective service to the community.
* Process complex permit applications within the statutory framework of State planning legislation to guarantee an efficient, high‐quality and professional planning service is provided.
* Provide professional and efficient analysis and advice on planning applications, planning scheme requirements and policies to the public and planning applicants.
* Provide mentoring and support to junior planning staff to build their technical capabilities and confidence, leading to more consistent and efficient planning assessments.
* Take a lead role in managing a diverse range of projects which contribute positively to the development of a stronger, more viable City of Stonnington.
* Actively contribute to the development of an integrated and efficient streamlined development approvals system.
Desired Skills and Experience
* A thorough understanding of the Victorian planning legislation framework, the Victorian Planning Provisions, planning schemes and the ability to apply the relevant legislative framework.
* Demonstrated ability to apply mature judgement and to make decisions having regard to the requirements of the Stonnington Planning Scheme and Council's policies and objectives.
* Proven capacity to write reports and make recommendations to Council in all town planning matters referred or delegated by the Manager City Planning, including the power to prepare and present Council's position to external bodies.
* Extensive experience in statutory planning, including the assessment of complex planning permit applications.
* Developed aptitude to communicate statutory planning matters clearly and logically, particularly in a written report format and in the area of customer service.
* A tertiary qualification in Town Planning or equivalent and experience in Planning; or related qualification with substantial experience in Planning, along with eligibility for corporate membership of the P.I.A.
* Demonstrated work experience in statutory planning that showcases applicable skills and knowledge.
Benefits: competitive salary range of $100,066 - $108,372 plus 12% superannuation and a monthly accrued day off.
The City of Stonnington is a child‐safe, equal‐opportunity employer valuing diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and provide an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to thrive and be authentic.
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