AddressPosition Description: Senior Planning Officer
Title:Position Description: Senior Planning Officer
Title:Senior Planning Officer
Classification: Municipal Employee - Within Band 6
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Reporting to: Planning Team Leader/Development Manager
Organizational Relationships:
- Reports to: Planning Team Leader/Development Manager
- Internal Liaisons: Development & Planning Department, Director Development and Planning, All Departments of Council, Councillors
- External Liaisons: General Public, Builders, Town Planners, Consultants, Government Bodies, Professional Legal Firms
Introduction: Nestled in the heart of a vibrant regional area, our client plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of the local community. With a commitment to fostering growth, sustainability, and community engagement, this organization endeavors to create a prosperous and inclusive environment for all residents.
Core Values: The Development and Planning team is committed to facilitating orderly land use and development, whilst being supportive and accountable.
Accountability Statement: Accountable to the Planning Team Leader, the Senior Planning Officer will assist with the monitoring of effective and efficient operation of the Planning function in accordance with established procedures and guidelines.
Position Objective: As a member of the Development Team, the Senior Planning Officer will contribute to the delivery of efficient, effective, appropriate, and timely provision of statutory and strategic planning services while also providing mentoring to the Planning Officer. Adopt a proactive and solution-oriented approach to planning.
Responsibilities:
- Process planning applications in compliance with legislation and procedures.
- Provide advice on planning schemes, policies, and amendments.
- Represent the Council in public forums and legal proceedings.
- Establish positive communication with stakeholders and educate on statutory requirements.
- Demonstrate excellence in customer service and contribute to corporate objectives.
- Maintain records, manage risks, and ensure compliance with safety standards.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Tertiary qualifications in Town Planning or related field.
- Minimum three years of professional experience in town planning.
- Knowledge of planning legislation and compliance issues.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Understanding of Local Government operations.
- Current Driver's license and National Police Check.
Superannuation is paid at 14%. Also offering a flexible and friendly work environment and enjoy an active social club, staff events, and corporate wellness programs like subsidised gym memberships.
Employee Benefits
- Flexible work arrangements like work from home, and flexibility in hours and days of work
- Five weeks leave (4 weeks annual leave, 1 week awarded days off)
- Annual leave loading paid at 17.5 per cent
- Long service leave, pro-rata after seven years
- Paid parental and adoption leave
- Additional compassionate and carer's leave
If you are passionate about contributing to vibrant community development, apply for this Senior Planning Officer position. Email your application to Coral at
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