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Strategic Planner/Graduate Strategic Planner
About the Opportunity
Are you a graduate or soon to be graduate Town Planner with an ability to see the bigger picture? Do you want to work where you will be challenged and supported; where no one day is ever the same in terms of work tasks; where you can build your skills in a moderate paced and flexible work environment, where as part of a small team you will be exposed to many different facets of planning work; where you can help shape and build tomorrow’s community? If yes, then let us hear from you!
About the Role
Positively responding to the new strategic focus for planning in NSW, Lithgow City Council has an exciting new role of Strategic Planner or Graduate Strategic Planner. Those in their final year of Study are encouraged to apply, but we are looking for an immediate start meaning that you will have to arrange alternative methods of completing your studies.
What you will be doing
- Providing strategic planning support to Council’s Economic Development and Environment Directorate through assisting with forward planning projects including:
- the research, review and preparation of land use strategies;
- assessment and preparation of planning proposals and local environmental plans, development control plans, codes and policies; and
- provision of professional advice on planning matters to both internal and external stakeholders.
The role has a strong research and analytical focus and requires;
- contemporary working knowledge and understanding of the NSW planning framework;
- an ability to see the bigger picture;
- an ability to engage with the community and stakeholders;
- an ability to work as part of a small team, and
- an ability to prioritise and manage a number of differing projects and tasks.
Fine Print
Hours of work: Permanent Full Time 35 hours per week
Salary range: Between $1020.40 and $1533.01 per week - dependent on skill and qualifications
Benefits: You will enjoy an enviable work/life balance with a Rostered Day Off every 3 weeks and access to a Fitness Passport program!
In addition, you'll enjoy working within a friendly and supportive environment where your hard work will genuinely be appreciated.
To view the full selection criteria and position description, (Click Apply) or contact Sherilyn Hanrahan on 02 63549999 for further information.
About the Organisation and Area
Lithgow is located on the western edge of the majestic Blue Mountains, and is a Sydney metro satellite. Lithgow offers a truly unique lifestyle and is at the start of an exciting transitional period to harmonise its urban, industrial, and rural qualities that are unmatched.
Lithgow is a city looking to the future to pursue its vision of sustainable economic development and community harmony.
Lithgow City Council is a member of WSROC (Western Sydney Regional Organisation of Councils)
For more information on Lithgow and its surrounding area visit https://youtu.be/SiKvdV0tc88
Applications close 4pm Thursday 30 May 2019
*To be considered for this position you MUST address the Criteria. Applications that do not address the criteria will be automatically ineligible.*
*Council Employees who contact/canvass elected Councillors regarding vacant roles will automatically be disqualified from eligibility for those vacant roles.*
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