Planning Assistant, Urban Planning & Environment

Join a friendly and supportive organisation with excellent working conditions.Training and development opportunities availableImportant position that plays a critical role in supporting and assisting the team that is shaping the City’s urban environment to align with the Council’s VisionAnnual salary 78,893 - $84,618 + Statutory Superannuation Permanent Part-Time - 0.6 FTEThe City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters is an inner eastern metropolitan Council, nestled on the outskirts of the CBD. The area enjoys a reputation as one of Adelaide’s most desirable places to live, work, study and visit. From a planning and development perspective, the city has a rich heritage fabric which is balanced with medium and high-density residential growth. There is high demand for residential infill and commercial development, together with strong demand and vibrancy along some of the City’s premier retail strips. An exciting opportunity has presented itself for a Planning Assistant to join our Development Assessment Unit and contribute towards shaping our vibrant City through supporting and assisting our Development Assessment Team.The RoleReporting to the Manager, Development & Regulatory Services, and working closely with the Authorised Officers, the Planning Assistant is responsible for the processing of Section 7 property search enquiries, the administrative tasks to publicly notify Development Applications, provision of customer service to citizens and staff, administrative support for the Council Assessment Panel and Building Fire Safety Committee and all other administrative tasks to support the team. The delivery of accurate and timely written work and advice, an eagerness to help and assist, and an ability to identify and assist with process improvements will all be well regarded. About YouTo be successful in this position you will be pro-active, outcome driven, emotionally intelligent, take pride in the work you do and possess the following skills and experience:Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.Ability to work in a collaborative team environment.Emotional intelligence.A strong work ethic.A desire to learn and grow.Good level organisational skills including time management and prioritisation.BenefitsTraining and professional development opportunities.Income protection (illness, accident & injury).Confidential & free access to the Employee Assistance Program 24/7Study assistance.How to ApplyFor more information, a copy of the job description and to apply on-line, please visit www.npsp.sa.gov.auSpecific enquiries may be directed to the Council’s Acting Manager, Development Assessment – Kieran Fairbrother on (08) 8366 4555 or kfairbrother@npsp.sa.gov.auApplications close at 5:00pm on 25 March 2024.