A permanent opportunity for a Senior DA Planner working in the Sydney Local Government space.
Your new company
A thriving Sydney community with a great deal of development, this council has a talented town planning team with a consistent pipeline of modifications, varied assessments and courtwork. This exclusive Senior Planner opportunity will allow the successful candidate to join a strong local government planning team working in their centrally located offices. You will be encouraged and supported by their switched-on multidisciplinary team in this well-regarded permanent opportunity.
Your new role
With no signs of development slowing in the area, and a large increase in development applications, the team are looking to bring on an experienced Senior DA Planner to assist with a range of complex applications including but not limited to town centre and mixed-use developments. Key duties will include but not be limited to:
- Attend and provide advice at various local and regional planning panel meetings.
- Liaise with and provide knowledge-based advice to senior staff.
- Preparation of reports as required for land and environmental court proceedings.
- Take a proactive approach to further development of current processes.
- Assist the team to help process applications accurately and within a designated timeframe.
What you'll need to succeed
You will have previous experience of Development Assessment in a NSW Local Government Authority or State Government, as well as a tertiary qualification in Planning or related field. A minimum of 3 years NSW Planning experience is required. You will be involved in discussions with the public therefore you must be able to negotiate solutions to complex and sensitive matters. What you'll get in return
- Flexible working arrangements
- Highly Competitive Salary + Generous vehicle allowance
- Permanent position with opportunity for further career progression
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Finola McLoughlin now on 0292492***. Alternatively, please email an updated version of your CV direct to ***************@hays.com.au. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
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