Statutory Planner - Local Council

Randstad Recruitment is currently on the lookout for a Statutory Planner to join a Local Council in South East. This is an initial 4-month assignment with potential for an ongoing position and is paying $45-$50 p/hour + super.
The Statutory Planner will be responsible for:

• The processing of planning applications and planning scheme amendments (tree removals, tree pruning, alterations and additions, modification of houses, commercial)
• Engage and communicate with the community and provide advice through the course of the planning process.
• Liaise with external referral authorities and internal referral units throughout the processing of planning applications.
• Prepare and present assessment reports to Council
• Assist Council at Planning Panels Victoria
• Maintain the high corporate standards when dealing with the community during the assessment of planning applications.
• Provide advice to community groups and other stakeholders in regard to planning related matters.
• Build collaborative and productive relationships with external stakeholders including service providers.

What you'll need:

• Degree in town planning or a related discipline (e.g. environmental science, urban design, land surveying, architecture, etc.).

If this role sounds interesting, click 'Apply now' or if you would like more information on Planning roles in Local Government contact gabriella.scicluna@randstad.com.au
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
Skills
Statutory Planning, report writing, planning assessments, planning applications, approval of plans, permit applications, Local Council
Education
Bachelor Degree