AddressA fantastic opportunity has become available for a Senior Development Assessment Planner to join our dedicated and high performing Development and Building team within the Environment and Planning Directorate at Georges River Council, based in Hurstville.
What We Offer
- Permanent, Full-Time - 70 hours per fortnight
- Salary from $106,310.97 - $123,177.22 per annum dependant on the skills, qualifications and relevant experience of the suitable candidate plus 11% superannuation
- Leaseback vehicle or car allowance
- Hybrid work arrangements, and flexible start and finish times
- 9-day fortnight subject to operational requirements
- Health and Wellbeing paid leave
- Fitness Passport Program offering discounted membership for you and your family to selected facilities
- Employee Assistance Program
- Salary Packaging Options
- Sponsored Study Program
- Parental Leave and Support
- Employee Rewards Program
- Ongoing Education and Resources
About the Role
The Senior Development Assessment Planner forms part of our Development and Building team. This team is responsible for the delivery of Development Assessment and Pre-lodgment and specialist advice, Building Code of Australia requirements and Building Certification. The department facilitates quality, compliant, sustainable development across the LGA ranging from established urban areas, through to urban renewal activity centres, future growth areas and environmental sensitive areas.
You will primarily be involved in the direction and control of the Development Assessment function within the Environment and Planning Directorate, in consultation with and under the guidance of a Coordinator Development Assessment. You will have the opportunity to evaluate significant, large, complex or sensitive developments.
This role also involves:
- Attending and conducting cases before the Land and Environment Court, including the preparation and presentation of required evidence and relevant documents. Liaise with Council's Solicitors as required and represent Council as an expert witness
- Prepare reports and present the applications the Georges River Local Planning Panel and the Sydney South Planning Panel
- Provide accurate information to Strategic Planning for inclusion in Section 10.7 Planning Certificates
- Participate in any internal review of development applications or review of preliminary development proposals and provide relevant professional advice
- Facilitate, mediate and consult with the Community in relation to any objections received to relevant to applications
- Provide assistance to members of the public on matters relating to the functioning on the Unit with particular reference to Development Assessment matters
The successful candidate will have
- Tertiary qualifications in Town Planning or equivalent
- Current drivers Licence Class C (Car)
- Demonstrated strong working knowledge of the Environmental Planning, and Assessment Act 1979 and Regulations, Environmental Planning Instruments, and Land and relevant Environment Court Principles
- Sound experience in the Land and Environment Court and its applied procedures
- Demonstrated extensive experience in the assessment of complex and/or contentious development applications within Local Government and experience with Local Planning Panels and Regional Panels
- Ability to communicate effectively and sensitively in a written and aural form with Councillors, the community and other industry professionals
- Demonstrated ability to present accurate, clear, concise and timely reports on matters affecting the Directorate’s operations relating to both Council delegated matters and external Panels as required
- Ability to work both individually and in a team environment with minimal supervision
- Proven and demonstrated conflict resolution and negotiation skills
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of Local Government
- Eligibility for Membership of the Planning Institute of Australia
If you have made a positive commitment to further your career and you possess the attributes located in the complete Position Description essential criteria, then please submit your application today.
Applicants are asked to ensure that they provide responses to the targeted questions, failure to do so may result in your application not being considered.
If you would like further information on this role, please contact Nicole Askew, Coordinator Development Assessment on 02 9330 6***.
Applications must be completed and submitted via our website. Closing Date: Monday 1st July 2024 at 11.59 PM AEST
Offers of employment at Georges River Council are contingent upon satisfactory results of a thorough background check.
Georges River Council aims to be a leading, people-focused organisation delivering outstanding results for our community and city. We foster our values of Accountability, Professionalism, Unity and Honesty and take pride in promoting the image of Council in the community.
We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
At Georges River Council we are committed to putting children first and championing child safety within our community. We actively advocate for the rights of children and young people and will uphold our commitment as a child safe organisation.
Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights (with no Visa restrictions) in Australia to apply for this position.
