The Senior Strategic Planner works on the development of planning policy, reviewing and updating Council’s planning framework, and the assessment of planning proposals, both Council and applicant initiated.
The role requires a high level of technical proficiency in strategic planning, and the ability to draw on wide range of experiences when facing new challenges.
Communication with internal and external stakeholders, management of specialist consultants for advice, and preparing advice to Council and its Local Planning Panel are also key aspects of the role.
This opportunity is offered on a Permanent Full Time basis
Some of your duties in this role will include:
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Develop and review planning policies, land use strategies, and planning instruments.
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Apply a wide range of planning experiences and high level technical proficiency to solve complex planning challenges.
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Assess planning proposals and provide advice to Council about whether or not to proceed.
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Progress Council initiated planning proposals.
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Preparation of consultant’s briefs and working with consultants of various disciplines to inform decision making.
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Improving Council’s processes and systems as they relate to urban planning and development matters.
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Consultation with internal and external stakeholders about key projects.
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Plan and participate in community engagement activities for relevant projects.
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Implement safe work practices and manage work health and safety risks.
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General correspondence and any other task as required.
*For a complete list of duties, please refer to the position description
The successful applicant will possess:
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Tertiary qualifications in town planning or related discipline
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Demonstrated experience working in a team to deliver solutions to complex strategic planning problems.
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Sound understanding of planning legislation, state planning policies, and planning instruments.
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Working knowledge of planning processes, particularly in relation to the plan making process, local environmental plans, and development control plans.
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Demonstrated ability to prioritise work, meet deadlines, and work to a budget.
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Demonstrated experience working on planning projects involving a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
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Understanding of the roles and responsibilities of State and local government authorities and the private sector in planning matters.
How to apply:
Applications must be submitted online by clicking the 'Apply' button below and creating a login using your email address.
When submitting your application, make sure to address the Essential Criteria mentioned in the below Position Description in your covering letter.
We pride ourselves on being a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value unique contributions of all people. We encourage people with a disability or culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
Applications close at 11:59 pm on Monday 18 November 2019
For more information, please contact Mitchell Noble (Manager Spatial Planning)on 0431 138 800.
