Planning Officer
The Edward River region offers a peaceful country atmosphere and tranquil lifestyle, while being strategically located in the middle of the Adelaide-Melbourne-Sydney triangle and close to the thriving regional hubs of Albury-Wodonga, Echuca-Moama, Shepparton and Wagga Wagga
Edward River Council is currently seeking applications from suitably qualified and experienced individuals for the position of Planning Officer in our Environmental Services team.
Reporting to the Manager Environmental Services, you will be responsible for processing and assessing development applications in accordance with the requirements of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 and other relevant legislation. Energetic and self-motivated with excellent communication skills, you will work well with limited supervision and be confident liaising with a range of internal and external stakeholders, including members of the public, applicants and developers, and State Government agencies.
To be considered for this role, you will hold a recognised tertiary qualification in Urban and Regional Planning or similar discipline, or be nearing completion, and possess a sound knowledge of planning and environment legislation.
Experienced, graduate and newly qualified planners are all encouraged to apply.
Salary
The appointment will be in accordance with the Local Government State Award and Council's policies and conditions of employment. The role offers an attractive annual salary within the range of $81,106 to $101,290, depending on qualifications, experience and skills, plus superannuation.
Interested?
For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, contact Council’s Manager Environmental Services, Julie Rogers, on (03) 5898 3000 or via email at careers@edwardriver.nsw.gov.au.
Applications
Applications, including a cover letter, copy of your current CV and a statement addressing key selection criteria, should Click Apply by 5.00pm Friday, 12 April 2019.
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