Work Type: Permanent Fulltime
Location: Emerald
Department: Communities
Remuneration: Stream A, Level 2-3: $76,338.69 to $88,372.60 per annum + superannuation
Central Highlands Regional Council is currently seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Para Planner to join the Planning & Land Management team. The Para Planner will be responsible for assisting in the provision of town planning responsibilities for Council by providing administrative support on statutory matters (development and subdivision applications) and strategic land use planning including compliance with relevant legislation relative to development matters.
In this busy role, you will support the organisation by:
Delivering efficient and effective operations of the para-planning, administrative and customer service function for the unit in accordance with statutory legislation and Council's planning scheme.
Providing professional and timely support in assisting with the delivery and management of projects, report writing, record keeping and correspondence.
Working collaboratively across the organisation, sharing knowledge and experiences.
Identification of potential opportunities for innovation and improving the efficiency and effectiveness of Council's operations.
To be considered for this opportunity, you will need to possess:
A current driver's licence.
Proven ability to deliver high-quality customer service to internal and external customers with an ability to evaluate customer needs and identify opportunities for service improvement.
Demonstrated experience and competency in a range of administrative duties and the ability to learn Council's corporate systems and the Planning & Land Management function.
If this sounds like you, apply now
Benefits Include:
A generous superannuation scheme
5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
Fortnightly RDO's
Annual uniform allocation
Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
Wages paid fortnightly
Employee Assistance Program
To Apply For This Position:
As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from diverse backgrounds.
Please download and review the position description.
To be considered for this position, please include the following documents:
A cover letter outlining your motivation for applying for this position
Your resume detailing your career history relevant for this position
Applicants who are progressed to the next stage of the recruitment process will be invited to participate in a shortlisting process.
Eligibility & Pre-employment Checks
To be appointed to a permanent position, you must be an Australian citizen, or have permanent residency status, or hold a visa permitting you to work in Australia permanently. If you have a visa permitting you to work temporarily in Australia, you may be appointed to a position on a temporary basis, providing the work complies with the conditions of your visa.
The Pre-employment Checks Relevant To This Position Include:
Right to Work in Australia
Medical Assessment
Reference checks
For a confidential discussion, please contact a member of the Recruitment Team on during business hours or register your application by submitting your cover letter and resume.
Applications close: Friday 20th February 2026 at 5pm.
In this busy role, you will support the organisation by:
Delivering efficient and effective operations of the para-planning, administrative and customer service function for the unit in accordance with statutory legislation and Council's planning scheme.
Providing professional and timely support in assisting with the delivery and management of projects, report writing, record keeping and correspondence.
Working collaboratively across the organisation, sharing knowledge and experiences.
Identification of potential opportunities for innovation and improving the efficiency and effectiveness of Council's operations.
To be considered for this opportunity, you will need to possess:
A current driver's licence.
Proven ability to deliver high-quality customer service to internal and external customers with an ability to evaluate customer needs and identify opportunities for service improvement.
Demonstrated experience and competency in a range of administrative duties and the ability to learn Council's corporate systems and the Planning & Land Management function.
If this sounds like you, apply now
Benefits Include:
A generous superannuation scheme
5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
Fortnightly RDO's
Annual uniform allocation
Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
Wages paid fortnightly
Employee Assistance Program
To Apply For This Position:
As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from diverse backgrounds.
Please download and review the position description.
To be considered for this position, please include the following documents:
A cover letter outlining your motivation for applying for this position
Your resume detailing your career history relevant for this position
Applicants who are progressed to the next stage of the recruitment process will be invited to participate in a shortlisting process.
Eligibility & Pre-employment Checks
To be appointed to a permanent position, you must be an Australian citizen, or have permanent residency status, or hold a visa permitting you to work in Australia permanently. If you have a visa permitting you to work temporarily in Australia, you may be appointed to a position on a temporary basis, providing the work complies with the conditions of your visa.
The Pre-employment Checks Relevant To This Position Include:
Right to Work in Australia
Medical Assessment
Reference checks
For a confidential discussion, please contact a member of the Recruitment Team on during business hours or register your application by submitting your cover letter and resume.
Applications close: Friday 20th February 2026 at 5pm.