AddressDevelopment Planner / Senior Development Planner
About the Role
Maitland City Council is one of the fastest growing councils in NSW. We are currently seeking either a Development Planner or a Senior Development Planner to join our team to ensure the effective, timely and accurate assessment and determination of development applications.
The Development Planner or Senior Development Planner, provides written and verbal advice to a range of stakeholders whilst undertaking assessment of commercial, industrial, residential, and rural development proposals, including subdivisions.
The role is responsible for the proficient application of land use policy and compliance with relevant legislation and Council’s local laws and policies. The role provides input and assistance to the preparation and review of development controls and policy provisions related to development assessment functions.
Benefits
This is a permanent full-time opportunity working 35 hours per week.
We are offering a salary range for the Development Planner of $99,354 - $110,283 and the Senior Development Planner of $105,022 - $116,574 per year (based in demonstrated skills and experience) + 11% superannuation.
A private leaseback vehicle is available for either of the roles.
Council has a range of other benefits that include but not limited to:
Access to our Healthy Employee Program (HEP):
including reduced gym memberships and subsidies for programs that
improve health and wellbeing
About you
You will possess a degree qualification in Town Planning or related discipline. You will hold contemporary industry knowledge and experience in the development assessment process and interpreting relevant legislation and policy. You will also have experience in negotiation and facilitation with stakeholders to resolve planning challenges to achieve desired outcomes.
In addition to the above, applicants for the Senior Development Planner role will have substantial experience in the development assessment process and the demonstrated experience in interpreting complex information and producing comprehensive reports to enhance decision making.
Questions?
Should you have any questions after reading the Development Planner or Senior Development role charter, please contact Brian Gibson, Principal Planner on 4939 1085.
To Apply
To apply for this opportunity, please click ‘Apply Now’ and submit your resume and cover letter.
Applications close: Sunday 28 January 2024
What happens next?
Once applications close, we will review all candidates’ details against the role requirements and will be back in touch with you to advise the status of your application.
Please note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing). Council also completes a range of other pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, psychometric testing or a criminal history check.
For more information about the recruitment process, visit the “Jobs at Council” page on our website.
