Planning Officer

Planning Officer

• Permanent Full Time
• Monday to Friday, 72.5 hours per fortnight, 9 day fortnight
• $88,066 - $99,656 per annum (LGIA Stream A Level 4-5 depending on qualifications) + Superannuation
• Location – Rockhampton

Your new role

Deliver planning and development services to the Council, public, and external agencies in a professional, efficient, and confidential manner, fostering strong working relationships.

You will be responsible for day-to-day administration of the Planning Scheme, including implementing the provisions of Council’s Planning Scheme, assessment and review of development applications and reporting to Council. Carry out site inspections and process planning applications for developments in accordance with the Planning Scheme and related legislation.

This position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).

What we are looking for

• Tertiary qualifications in Town Planning (or relevant discipline) and/or equivalent demonstrate experience in a professional town planning environment.
• Ability to use your initiative and judgement to make decisions as a customer focussed individual. 
• Ability to read and interpret plans, reports and relevant statutory documents, Council policies and procedures.
• Team player with the ability to demonstrate initiative in all aspects of the role.
•  Ability to prioritise tasks and analyse problems and situations to develop and implement solutions.

What you'll get in return

As an employee of Rockhampton Regional Council, you will join a diverse and innovative team of more than 900 employees supported by good leadership, who proudly deliver services and make a difference to the lives of people living and working within the region.

• Supportive Work/Life Balance
• A large employer with a strong values driven culture
• A generous superannuation scheme – Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Corporate membership discounts
• Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Wages paid fortnightly
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness Passport and active social clubs 

What you need to do next

To apply for this opportunity, please submit two documents:

1.     A 2-3 page Cover Letter addressing the Application Criteria below;

2.     Your Current resume.

Application Criteria

• Tertiary qualifications in Town Planning (or relevant discipline) and/or equivalent demonstrate experience in a professional town planning environment.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply professional town planning standards and practices in the Local Government environment.
• Proficiency in resolving conflicts and adeptness in engaging, negotiating and communicating with key stakeholders across all levels.
• Capability to collaborate effectively with colleagues towards shared objectives, within the immediate team or across Council.

Please use Council’s cover letter template and ensure you clearly label each Application Criteria in your cover letter.

Click the ‘Apply’ button above to complete your online application.

Applications Close: Monday 29 April 2024 at Midnight (AEST)