Wingecarribee Shire Council located in NSW???s Southern Highlands, comprises of six towns and many villages in a semi rural setting. Our 45,000 residents enjoy a combination of many modern facilities and recreational opportunities within a magnificent natural environment. Wingecarribee Shire Council is committed to best practice, staff development and customer service
Senior Development Assessment Planner
About the Role
Council are seeking an enthusiastic, highly capable and dedicated individual to join our team as Senior Development Assessment Planner. The primary focus of the role is to:
- Assessment and determination of development applications and Part 4 certificates;
- Provide technical advice on planning matters and;
- Mentor staff within the Development Assessment Team and other areas of the Council to improve and enhance a collaborative approach.
The salary for this position is $86,204.56 - $99,997.04 p.a. (plus superannuation), dependent upon skills, qualifications and experience. This position has been identified as being eligible for a Leaseback Vehicle
About You
You must possess the following skills and experience and must provide clear examples in response to the selection criteria:
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in Town Planning or substantial experience in town planning/development assessment within a Local Government context;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to develop and deliver high level reports;
- Capacity building to professionally develop technical skills and experience and the capability to build professional relationships within the industry;
- Extensive and detailed knowledge of relevant legislation, in particular relation to NSW;
- Excellent analytical and problem solving skills to handle complex and potentially sensitive issues;
- Mentoring of staff;
- Demonstrated skills in a range of computer applications;
- Current NSW Drivers Licence (Class C);
- Demonstrated understanding of Work Health and Safety and Equal Employment Opportunity
About Us
Our Planning and Development Team is highly professional, collaborative, welcoming and approachable with a broad range of skills and experience which allow us to learn from and support each other through daily interactions. Located in the Southern Highlands, Wingecarribee Shire Council is within comfortable travelling distance of Sydney, Canberra, the South Coast and the Illawarra. Our area has an enviable lifestyle with various local attractions which can be viewed via our website.
How to Apply
Click on 'Apply' button to complete your online application. Please upload your current resume and attach your selection criteria answers stated within the position description that demonstrates how you meet the requirements of this role.
Applications not addressing the selection criteria may not be considered. Intending applicants are advised to read Council's Recruitment Information Package before submitting their online application.
Further information can be obtained by contacting Nancy Sample, Manager Development Assessment on (02) 4863 5306
Only candidates with the right to work in Australia will be considered for the position.
Closing Date: Thursday 10 December 2020.
Interviews may commence January 2021.
Click here to download the Position Description.
Wingecarribee Shire Council is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and provides a smoke free environment.
