Posted: 29/04/2026 Closing Date: 17/05/2026 Salary: $102,241.00 - $112,855.00 Job Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Cooma Job Category: Infrastructure Job Description
Package: $102,241- $112,855 + 12% Super (Grade 11 of the SMRC Salary System 2025-2026)
Position Description: Town Planner
Applications close: 11:59pm Sunday, 17th May 2026
About The Region: The Snowy Monaro region is a unique and culturally diverse region of south-east NSW. From our history of the Snowy Hydro Scheme, our proud agricultural industry and popular ski resorts, we are a region that has a lot to offer. With fantastic lifestyle choices, whether you are an adventure seeker or prefer the finer things in life, we really can offer it all, and all within close proximity to our nation's capital Canberra. The Snowy Mountains region is packed with year-round experiences with so much more than snow sports and alpine walks. Glorious wildflowers blanket the alpine landscape of Kosciuszko National Park during summer, and if you love adventure sports there's rock climbing, kayaking, caving, fishing, horse riding, mountain biking, and 4WD touring activities to get your heart racing. Explore the famous Snowy River and go skiing or snowboarding on the slopes of Perisher and Thredbo - or camp under the stars at some of the most picturesque campgrounds in NSW. You'll never forget the rugged alpine scenery of Australia's largest national park. Snowy Monaro Regional Council employs over 380 staff from all walks of life and working with us will give you the opportunity to enjoy our beautiful surrounds, progress your career and make a difference in our local community.
About the Role:
* Carry out the day-to-day routine activities associated with Development Assessment Service and fully inform the Coordinator Development Assessment of any matter arising that needs to be reported to Council
* Undertake assessments of different types of development applications within the Local Government Area, ensuring that appropriate legislation, Council Policy and directions are followed and complied with
* Carry out routine enforcement work (including investigations) on planning matters for breaches of Acts or consents including the issuing of Notices, Orders and Penalty Infringement Notices where necessary in consultation with the Coordinator Development Assessment. Respond to verbal and written requests for advice from applicants and the public concerning development matters relevant to the role, including participation in daily counter enquiry and telephone enquiry roster
* Assess and determine Part 5 'activities' undertaken by Council
* Prepare reports for, and attend the Council and Committee meetings as required
* Promptly and accurately register and record all planning related correspondence and documentation including emails into Council's electronic Records Management System
* Ability to deal with information in a confidential manner
* Promote information sharing and knowledge transfer to drive evidence-based decision-making, enhance capability and optimise capacity
* Contribute to the performance of Council: demonstrate professional conduct, make the best use of knowledge, experience and skills and be accountable for own decisions and actions
* Contribute to a safe workplace: comply with legislative and organisational requirements and be accountable for own decisions and actions
About You:
To be successful in this role you will have:
* Degree qualification in Town Planning or a related discipline with demonstrated contemporary experience in a similar role; or substantial contemporary experience in a similar role to support contemporary knowledge
* Demonstrated knowledge of the Environmental Planning Assessment Act, Local Government Act and other relevant legislation
* Demonstrated experience in expertise in the assessment and determination of development applications
* High level of oral and written communication skills including community consultation, report writing and verbal presentation
* Proven ability to produce work within established time frames
* Proven ability to develop and maintain internal and external stakeholder relationships to achieve outcomes that contribute to the achievement of the organisation's strategic goals
* Current Class C drivers' licence.
Desirable criteria:
* Previous experience and demonstrated ability to manage appeals and participate in Land and Environment Court proceedings
* Completed training in Section 79BA bushfire assessments
* Working knowledge of the 10.7 certificates process
How to Apply:
Apply by submitting your cover letter and resume through the Apply link. Please use your cover letter to address the essential and desirable criteria, as outlined in the Position Description
Tip: Good applications will demonstrate that you have what is needed to be successful in this role. You can use your cover letter to highlight your skills, abilities and experience, and how they meet the requirements of the job, as well as introducing yourself and explaining why you want to work with us here at Council.
Enquiries
For any enquiries relating the role, please contact our Recruitment Officer
Email:
Ph: 1300 345 345
At Snowy Monaro Regional Council, we are committed to providing EEO and embracing diversity. We are an inclusive workforce which reflects the unique region, community, and customers we serve. In addition to providing an encouraging and positive environment, Council is a smoke free work environment.
Please advise us if you require any reasonable adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process or perform the requirements of the role.