Urban Planner

• Grow your experience as a planner in a diverse role in a supportive team
• Hybrid working
• $86,999 - $94,632 per annum (plus super, plus RDOs and hybrid working)

Great career opportunity for a qualified planner to grow, develop and thrive in support team environment

A little bit about the role
Reporting to the Coordinator Statutory Planning, you will be responsible for:

• Processing and assessment of planning and subdivision applications in accordance with the Planning and Environment Act 1987, Boroondara Planning Scheme and Council policies. 
• Providing advice and information to assist and educate the community about development and land use proposals.  
• Defending Council Planning decisions at the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal.

We provide ongoing professional development and mentoring, supporting your growth and development. Here at City of Boroondara we embrace hybrid working and you will be able to divide your time between home and our central Camberwell offices.

A little bit about you

• You have a solid understanding the Planning and Environment Act, Subdivisions Act and the Planning Scheme and other associated legislation relating to land use and development.
• You have experience in applying Land Use Concepts and in dealing with statutory processes and planning principles, including social, economic and environmental matters.
• You have well versed communication skills, with demonstrated ability to write accurate and comprehensive reports and prepare external correspondence.
• Your high level problem solving, investigative and analytical skills enable you to deal with enquiries, conflicts and complaints effectively and diplomatically.
• A degree in Town Planning or a relevant discipline is required.

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What sets us apart?
The City of Boroondara is a metropolitan council, representing more than 170,000 people in the inner-eastern suburbs of Melbourne. A leader in the local government sector, with a reputation for innovation and excellence, we believe in providing an environment where our staff thrive, both in the work they do and in how they learn and develop as people and professionals. There is:

• A supportive and friendly workplace culture that values diversity, collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Staff benefits such as flexible working arrangements, wellbeing programs, gym and pool memberships 
• An investment in your ongoing professional development and career growth 

Employment requirements

• Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
• Preferred applicants will be required to undergo a National Police Record Check
• All City of Boroondara employees must be fully vaccinated to perform work outside of their place of residence. Appointment of the successful candidate will be subject to provision of evidence of vaccination status or medical exemption prior to commencement.

How to apply
Please submit your application online via the ‘Apply’ button by 11 March 2024, 11:59pm. All applications must be made via the online portal; no applications direct to the hiring manager or from recruitment agencies will be considered.

For a confidential discussion about this position please contact Erin McCarthy, Coordinator Urban Planning (during business hours) ph 03 9278 4***.

Council recognises the benefits of a diverse workforce for its employees and customers. To ensure equity of access to employment opportunities, Council encourages applications from underrepresented groups including people who are from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people from different ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientation and cultural backgrounds. If you require any additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise the contact listed above in advance. Council is a child safe organisation and as such, some positions may require the incumbent to hold a Working with Children Check.

Working together

We are currently undertaking an exciting project that will see a transformation in the way we work and the way we serve our customers. Implementation of the Boroondara Customer First Program will provide a customer centric model of service delivery that includes technological innovation, process improvement and business system renewal - we value your input and look forward to our journey ahead.