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SalaryFull-time, Fixed term or ongoing/permanent
About Us
Bellingen Shire is located on the Mid North Coast of NSW halfway between Sydney and Brisbane and just south of Coffs Harbour. It has a total area of 1,605 square kilometres with a coastline of approximately 10km. The region is renowned for its ecological diversity with State Forests and National Parks covering over 53% of the local government area.
Awarded the A.R Bluett Memorial Award for most progressive Council in 2020, Bellingen Shire Council is committed to creating a workplace which attracts, retains and rewards motivated, skilled and talented people.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Group Leader of Planning Services, an exciting opportunity exists for a Development Planner within our Planning Services Team, we are interested in hearing from all candidates, from a recent graduate looking for an opportunity to an experienced Development Planner looking for a challenge or a sea change.
The primary purpose of this role is to undertake the efficient and effective assessment of a range of development applications as well as provide accurate Duty Planning advice in accordance with the relevant NSW planning legislation and our local controls.
About You
The ideal candidate will possess (tertiary) qualifications in Planning or related discipline. The position will suit self-motivated planner who can effectively manage and assess a wide range of development applications in a timely manner, with excellent communication skills and the ability to work cooperatively within a team environment.
Essential requirements
- Tertiary qualifications in Planning or related discipline.
- Eligibility for membership of the Planning Institute of Australia.
- Experience in Development Assessment.
- High level, professional written and verbal communication skills.
- Thorough understanding of and ability to apply customer service techniques.
- Demonstrated ability to work co-operatively with other Divisions of Council
- Demonstrated ability to prioritise projects and manage multiple projects and work under pressure to meet deadlines
- Demonstrated skills and ability to work effectively within a collaborative team.
- A current driver’s licence.
On offer
Some of the benefits working for Bellingen Shire Council include:
- A fantastic lifestyle and work life balance
- A 19-day month with a rostered day off (RDO)
- Annual influenza vaccination
- Fitness Passport
- Flexible work options
- Ongoing professional development
- Salary sacrifice/packaging options
- Annual salary of up to $86k plus super depending on experience
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please upload your current resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability for this role.
Applications close: 23 October 2022 at 4pm
Bellingen Shire Council as an equal opportunity employer is committed to a merit-based workforce that encompasses inclusiveness and diversity in an environment of mutual respect. We invite, encourage, welcome and value candidate of all ages and from all backgrounds.
If you require additional assistance to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the People and Culture team on 02 6655 7300. You can ask for reasonable adjustments to be made at any time during the recruitment process.
