Infrastructure Planner

The details:

• Permanent Full Time
• $91,222 pa + super (up to 12%) + leave loading

Qld Local Government Industry Award (Stream A) - Level 5 of EBA * 9 day fortnight

• 72.5 hour fortnight
• Hybrid, flexible working environment, including some work from home days.
• Location: Strathpine

This role sits within the Strategic Infrastructure Planning department which is charged with the responsibility to produce and manage the implementation of strategic infrastructure planning and policy frameworks, integrated infrastructure network strategies, plans and projects and the development and amendment of the Local Government Infrastructure Plan.
About our opportunity
As our Infrastructure Planner you will work within a highly professional and skilled team working on the strategic planning and infrastructure planning projects to meet the needs of our growing community.
We will look to you to provide technical advice, respond to queries and undertake planning tasks to support the delivery of strategic infrastructure planning projects, including conducting research and analysis and preparing reports and associated documents.
You will have the opportunity to offer technical input into the development and implementation of key policy relating to the planning scheme, infrastructure planning, significant major projects, and key placemaking activities.
About you
We are seeking someone who is passionate about working for the community we serve and driven to achieve high quality outcomes. You will bring knowledge and experience in strategic land use and infrastructure planning practices. You'll also bring:

• Experience in applying relevant state and local government legislation, ideally including the Planning Act 2016, SEQ Regional Plan, Council planning schemes, local laws and policies.
• Well-developed research and analysis skills with the ability to prepare technical reports and documentation.
• Organised, efficient and have excellent time management skills and the ability to manage conflicting priorities and meet deadlines.
• A relevant degree in a field such as engineering, planning, or other relevant field.
• Strategic infrastructure planning experience would be well regarded.

Our Strategic Infrastructure Planning team is a technically diverse group, who are highly collaborative and passionate about achieving high quality results for our community. We are focused on delivering on our corporate values of Service, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect and Sustainability - we are seeking people who resonate with these values.
Position Description
Why join the City of Moreton Bay Team?
As the third largest local government area in Australia, the Moreton Bay region boasts beautiful beaches and waterways, amazing manufacturing hubs and picturesque hinterland hamlets. Moreton Bay has a strong and connected community that enjoys all the traditional Jinibara, Kabi Kabi and Turrbal country has to offer within our region.
With a diverse workforce of more than 2,000 team members dedicated to servicing the needs and enhancing the lifestyle of nearing 500,000 residents, each team member has an intrinsic ability to impact our community. Whether you're a manager or working on the frontline, your role will make a difference - bring your expertise and join our driven team today.
Aside from an opportunity to build a rewarding career within a diverse and growing organisation, we offer a range of team member benefits including:

• Our Strathpine office has local parking on-site and is in close proximity to public transport networks.
• Flexibility depends on the type of work you do but could include options such as work from home, part time, 9-day fortnights and flexible days. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you!
• Discounted Health Insurance.
• Free flu vaccinations every year.
• Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership for you and your family to selected facilities.
• We are proud to offer opportunities to develop your career within a local government organisation and our team members are encouraged to undertake study for career development in their area of employment under our Study, Training And Research Scheme (STARS).
• Generous employer and employee super contribution scheme.
• Salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation payments, smartphones and devices.
• We want you and your family to feel well supported when you need it most - as a team member you will have access our 24/7 confidential counselling service, leader support hotline, chaplaincy program and our Mates in Construction program.

How to Apply
Click on the 'Apply' button below to complete your online application. Please upload your current resume that demonstrates how you meet the requirements of this role.
Please note: applicants will be required to undergo a National Police History Check as part of the recruitment process for this role.
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Advertised: 15 Mar 2024
Applications close: 24 Mar 2024 23:55