Strategic Planner

• Permanent Full Time
• $76,873 up to $95,090pa + super (up to 12%) + leave loading
  Qld Local Government Industry Award (Stream A) - Level 3 up to Level 5 of EBA5
  The appointed wage level will be dependent upon the successful candidate's level of experience, skills, and qualifications.
• 9 day fortnight
• 72.5 hour fortnight
• Hybrid, flexible working environment, including some work from home days.
• Caboolture location - with free on site parking and in walking distance from the train station.

About our opportunity

The Strategic Planning and Place Making Department takes a strategic approach to long term planning and policy development to shape the growth, urban form, accessibility, and livability of our region whilst managing natural hazards and protecting and conserving our natural resources, environment, and heritage. The department’s plans, programs, and initiatives are structured to meet the requirements of the Southeast Queensland Regional Plan and related State legislation, in addition to supporting local demands and needs.

As our Strategic Planner you will be providing technical advice and undertake allocated strategic planning and place making project activities.

In addition, you will also.

• support the delivery of strategic planning projects - involving research and analysis, key stakeholder engagement, and preparing reports and documents
• provide input into the review and updating of key policy relating to the planning scheme, including assisting with the plan making process and associated community consultation activities; and  
• provide routine technical advice relating to strategic land use planning matters in accordance with legislative, policy and business requirements

About you

This role will suit a motivated planner with a range of experience that is looking for a rewarding career opportunity with City of Moreton Bay Council.

We are seeking a planner who is a team player, and keen to apply and expand their knowledge and experience in strategic land use planning, within a positive and collaborative environment focused on achieving quality outcomes for our communities. You will have good time management skills that support operating in a fast-paced work environment. When providing technical advice, your excellent communication skills help you meaningfully engage about planning concepts.

Additionally, you will have:

• knowledge and experience in planning and urban design processes, relevant state and local government legislation and statutory plans, including the Planning Act 2016 State Planning Policy 2017, ShapingSEQ - the SEQ Regional Plan, and local government planning schemes
• well-developed research and analytical skills and the ability to prepare technical reports and documentation
• hold a Degree in Urban and Regional planning, or equivalent

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Why join the City of Moreton Bay Team?

As the third largest local government area in Australia and the fifth fastest growing region, the Moreton Bay region boasts beautiful beaches and waterways, amazing manufacturing hubs and picturesque hinterland hamlets. Moreton Bay has a strong and connected community that enjoys all the traditional Jinibara, Kabi Kabi and Turrbal country has to offer within our region.

With a diverse workforce of more than 2,000 team members dedicated to servicing the needs and enhancing the lifestyle of nearing 500,000 residents, each team member has an intrinsic ability to impact our community. Whether you’re a manager or working on the frontline, your role will make a difference - bring your expertise and join our driven team today.

Aside from an opportunity to build a rewarding career within a diverse and growing organisation, we offer a range of team member benefits including:

• Discounted Health Insurance.
• Free flu vaccinations every year.
• Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership for you and your family to selected facilities.
• We are proud to offer opportunities to develop your career within a local government organisation and our team members are encouraged to undertake study for career development in their area of employment under our Study, Training And Research Scheme (STARS).
• Generous employer and employee super contribution scheme.
• Salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation payments, smartphones and devices.
• We want you and your family to feel well supported when you need it most - as a team member you will have access our 24/7 confidential counselling service, leader support hotline, chaplaincy program and our Mates in Construction program.
• Our Caboolture office is in close proximity to public transport networks.
• Flexibility depends on the type of work you do but could include options such as work from home, part time, 9-day fortnights and flexible days. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you!

How to Apply

Click on the 'Apply' button below to complete your online application. Please upload your current resume that demonstrates how you meet the requirements of this role.

Please note: applicants will be required to undergo a National Police History Check as part of the recruitment process for this role.

To obtain further details please contact our Careers team at *******@moretonbay.qld.gov.au. 

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Applications close: Monday 15 April 2024 11:55pm