Land Use Planner

Land Use Planner

About the Opportunity

At Port Macquarie-Hastings Council we put the customer at the centre of everything we do. We are committed to creating a vibrant future for our community and our Mission is to ‘Bring Council closer to the community’.  To help us achieve this, we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated Land Use Planner to join the Land Use Planning Team.

Working as part of a small team within our Development & Environment Division, the successful applicant will prepare, review and manage Council’s planning instruments, including planning proposals, local environmental plans, development control plans and policies. The position will also provide input to Strategic Planning projects to support planning outcomes as identified in Council’s Community Strategic Plan and the Land Use Planning work program.

To be successful in this role you shall possess appropriate tertiary qualifications and significant experience in Local Government strategic land use planning, a sound working knowledge of NSW planning legislation, regulations and policies, a commitment to quality customer service and demonstrated ability to think strategically.

To find out more about this role and what skills, qualifications and experience you will require to succeed, please refer to the Position Description and Selection Criteria below.

Remuneration

This is temporary 12-month maternity relief position, with remuneration in the range $85,572.82 - $96,365.26 per annum (depending on skills and experience) plus superannuation.

The role is 35 hours a week, with access to Council’s Flexible Working Hours policy.

About The Port Macquarie Hastings Region

Port Macquarie-Hastings Council is located on the mid north coast of NSW in one of Australia’s fastest growing regions. 

Upon commencement you shall call ‘home’ one of the East Coast’s most enviable locations.  With access to stunning hinterland, miles of pristine beaches, national parks, playgrounds sporting facilities, restaurants, galleries, theatres and a genuine community feel, the mid-north coast is the perfect location if you enjoy hiking, surfing, camping, fishing, off road exploration, Saturday sports, arts, theatre, food and wine.

Questions?

If you would like to know more about this opportunity, or have any questions about the role please contact Carina Gregory – Land Use Planning Manager on (02) 6581 8576 or Carina.Gregory@pmhc.nsw.gov.au

Applying for the Position

Before you apply for the job please read the position description and recruitment selection criteria below.

Position Description

Selection Criteria

Close Date

All applications must be submitted no later than Sunday, 26 July 2020 11:30pm.