Subdivision Officer

• Permanent full-time
• Monthly Rostered Day Off (RDO)
• Professional learning and development opportunities
• Generous leave entitlements
• Health and wellbeing initiatives including FitnessPassport

Banyule City Council is hiring aSubdivision Officer to join the Development Planning team within the Planning,Building and Laws Department.

The Planning, Building &Laws department comprises of Development Planning, BPi and Municipal Laws &Public Assets. Each team within the department manages an area of approvals,registration and statutory compliance. The Department takes a customer servicedriven approach to managing the development of the city, protection of amenityand support to residents, businesses and visitors.

About the role:

• Register, assess and determine planning applicationsfor subdivisions in accordance with statutory controls and Council policy.
• Assessand manage certification applications for subdivisions in accordance withstatutory controls and Council policy.
• Maintain and update electronic subdivision applicationsand correspondence.
• Identify the need for policy and procedural developmentand/or change.
• Provideaccurate and expert subdivision and land tenure advice verbally and in writingto internal and external customers working with senior team members inresolving issues.
• Manage road naming and property numbering applications
• Registrationand allocation of Final Inspection requests.
• Ensurea high level of customer service is delivered, providing accurate advice andguidance on issues relevant to Planning, Building and Land Survey matters.
• Assist with and provideadministrative support to the Planning Department on day-to-day matters.

Skills, experience andcertificates:

• Knowledge of the principles, procedures and best practice of statutory planning and land subdivision.
• A high level of proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, corporate databases and GIS programs.
• Excellent time management and administrative skills.
• Customer service, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Interpersonal and communications skills including report writing.
• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective team member and contribute to the team.

Mandatory Pre-employmentscreenings:

• COVID 19 vaccination certificate
• Victorian Driver's License

How to apply:

Application Process

Submit your resume and coverletter addressing the key selection criteria. Applications close on Thursday 15February 2024.

For further details about thisexciting position, please access the complete position description via the linkbelow. If you'd like to discuss your suitability or have any questions, feelfree to reach out to Janet Redgrave Tel: 9457 9997 for a confidentialconversation.

Why Choose Banyule City Council

Join a dedicated team committedto making a positive impact on our community. At Banyule Council, you'll havethe opportunity to drive service excellence, engage with diverse stakeholders,and contribute to the betterment of our community. We offer a supportive,collaborative, and innovative work environment where your skills and expertisewill be valued and rewarded.

Banyule City Council is an EqualOpportunity Employer; we value diversity and inclusion, and we welcomecandidates from all backgrounds. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support,or access requirement, we encourage you to inform us through your applicationor email **********@banyule.vic.gov.au.

Our Values Our employees align their career with Banyulebecause they share our values of respect, integrity, responsibility,initiative, and inclusion. They thrive in our strong learning and developmentculture, and the positive way we work in partnership with the community.

We offer.

• Genuinework-life balance and generous leave arrangements
• Monthlyand fortnightly RDO (depending on work area and full-time employment)
• 18weeks of paid parental leave -primary carer. 2 weeks of paid parental leave –partner (Eligibility - An employee who has had 12 months continuous service)
• Studyassistance (permanent employees)
• Award-winninglearning and development opportunities
• Healthand well-being initiatives including Fitness Passport

Diversity Statement Our community is made up of diverse,cultures, beliefs, abilities, bodies, sexualities, ages, and genders. We arecommitted to access, equity, participation, and rights for everyone principlesthat empower, foster harmony, and increase the wellbeing of an inclusivecommunity.

To discover more about Banyulescommitment to advancing gender equality in the workplace, please findBanyules Workplace Gender Equality Action Plan 2021-2025.

Acknowledgement of theTraditional Custodians: BanyuleCity Council is proud to acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people asTraditional Custodians of the land and we pay respect to all Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander Elders, past, present and emerging, who have resided inthe area and have been an integral part of the regions history.

Banyule City Council endorsesthe Uluru Statement from the Heart in full and accepts the invitation to walkwith First Nations peoples, to a better future for us all.

Child Safe Standards Statementof Commitment: Banyule City Council is a child-safeorganisation and committed to the safety and well-being of children.

Council has a zero tolerance forchild abuse. All allegations and safety concerns will be treated seriously andacted upon. As a child-safe organisation we are committed to providing achild-safe environment where children feel safe, are empowered, valued andprotected. Council will actively listen to children, ensuring their voices areheard and considered in decisions that affect their lives.

Covid-19 VaccinationRequirements: In accordance withBanyules Covid-19 Vaccination Policy, this position requires you to bevaccinated against Covid-19. If your application is successful and you areshortlisted for this role, you will be required to provide evidence of yourvaccination status.