Senior Development Assessment Planner

Division Planning & Environment
Department Planning & PlaceEmployment Status Permanent, full-time
Employment Arrangement 35 hours per week with access to Council’s flexible working arrangements
Salary Range Grade 22 $115.335.41 – $130,143.06, per annum, (dependent upon experience) plus 11% Superannuation.Council OverviewLocated in the exciting Inner West of Sydney Strathfield Council is positioned one of the most rapidly changing areas of Greater Sydney. With key infrastructure, such as Sydney Metro on the horizon and master planning underway for key growth areas such as the Homebush TOD, Council is preparing to respond to these growth challenges to ensure a positive legacy for Strathfield.The area of the Council comprises approximately 14 square kilometres and has an estimated population of 46,000 residents, which is growing at 2.5-3% annually. Based on NSW Government projections, the population will increase to over 55,000 by 2036.About the RoleStrathfield Council has a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Development Assessment Planner to join our Planning & Place Department on a permanent, full-time basis.The Senior Development Assessment Planner position is instrumental in the delivery of excellent customer service and planning outcomes through the Development Assessment functions of the Planning & Place team.The role will ensure that future planning decisions and development outcomes within the Strathfield local government area support a positive and vibrant future of the community that enhances the existing high standard of amenity, environmental attributes, and sense of place.The successful applicant will need to apply high level statutory planning and problem-solving skills in the assessment and determination of complex and sensitive development proposals. In addition to supporting the mentoring and growth of early professions within the team.For more information about the duties and responsibilities for the role, please refer to the Position Description attached below.About YouYou have the opportunity to be joining Strathfield Council at a really exciting time. The Planning and Place team has recently restructured and now has dedicated Strategic Planning and Development Assessment Teams. This has allowed the refocus of team workloads to ensure clear purpose and direction.The Development Assessment, although new in name, has been a core function of Council for a long time. Given the growth pathways ahead of us, the person coming into this role, needs to be focused in ensuring the timely and efficient management of a broad application case load, implement a good rhythm of decision making and how to advocate for good project outcomes.Looking ahead, application workload will include dealing with a scale of development not commonly experienced in Strathfield, specifically the Homebush Precinct. So, experience of medium and high rise development within a complex urban renewal precinct will be highly regard. So too will be experience in utilising a range of assessment tools including design review panels, local planning panel management and otherwise being a strong advocate for great planning outcomes.Coming into Council you will have the joy of working with a group of planners and business support professionals who know their stuff, are always willing to share advice and otherwise are a great bunch of people to work with.Position DescriptionTo review this position description for this role, please click .Staff BenefitsTo see a list of staff benefits, please click .To ApplyApplicants can apply through our online application process:1. Please fill out your details below, review and answer our designated questions.2. On the next page attach any required documentation before concluding your application.
Your cover letter should provide a brief overview of your experience and suitability for this role and outline your reasons for applying for this role with Strathfield Council.In line with Council's Vaccination Policy, all applicants must be vaccinated against COVID-19.If you have any questions about the role, please contact Dylan Porter via email or telephone on 9748 9927Applications Close at 11.59pm, Friday 10 May 2024Strathfield Council is an EEO employer. We are an inclusive employer and encourage applications from people from diverse groups, including, but not limited to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, young people, older workers, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ and other minority groups.