Senior Development Planner

Senior Development Planner

• Permanent full-time position available 
• Exciting opportunity in an innovative progressive Council
• Access to car allowance ($10,415.34 pro-rata indexed per annum) or leaseback vehicle
• Potential for a wages margin allowance up to 12%

About the Organisation

Cumberland City Council, proclaimed in May 2016, is situated 20km west of Sydney and covers 72 square kilometers. Cumberland has a population of 240,000 residents, making it the fourth most populous Local Government Area in Greater Sydney. Cumberland boasts one of the most diverse communities in Australia with people from many different backgrounds and cultures living alongside one another.

Council’s long-term Community Strategic Plan focuses on a commitment to social and cultural cohesion, the local economy, our natural and built environments and local leadership. As a member of our organisation, you will have an opportunity to drive community outcomes, programs and services and be part of a Council focused on being innovative, inspiring and delivering change.

Cumberland City Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the care and protection of all children and young people. Council has worked hard to fulfill its community’s vision for Cumberland as a place where anyone can feel welcome, belong and succeed.

About the Opportunity

The Senior Development Planner performs assessments of a wide range of statutory planning and pre-lodgment applications, signing of consents under delegated authority and prepares planning and development assessment reports. Responsibilities include participating in preliminary assessments of lodged applications and provide technical comments on referrals from other sections within or outside the department and other statutory authorities. You will have the opportunity to mentor junior staff, attend Planning Panel meetings and Land and Environment Court matters.

The successful applicant will require: 

• Tertiary qualifications in town planning or equivalent preferably with eligibility for membership to the Planning Institute of Australia
• Minimum 3 years experience performing a similar role as a Senior Development Planner
• Extensive practical experience in development assessment under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act including assessment of highly complex development matters
• Sound practical understanding of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, and other relevant legislation and regulations
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with management and staff at all levels of the organisation and with external contacts
• Excellent negotiation and presentation skills
• Superior ability to resolve complex planning issues with applicants for development and excellent customer service skills
• Ability to meet deadlines with possession of excellent time management skills
• Demonstrated understanding and commitments to WHS and EEO principles across all activities within the organisation
• Class C Driver’s Licence.

Council is committed to providing an accessible, safe and inclusive workplace for all. If you require additional support or any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know during the application process.  

Download the position description here for further information.

Salary: Employment is in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award. This position is placed in Grade 12 of the Cumberland salary structure with a salary range of $1,671.75 - $1,922.51 per week, plus superannuation and may also receive up to 12% wages margin allowance. This position will have access to a car allowance of $10,415.34 pro-rata indexed per annum or a leaseback vehicle in accordance with Council's Fleet Management Policy. The commencement salary will depend upon the successful applicant's qualifications, experience and competencies.

Conditions of Employment: This is a permanent, full-time position, working a 70 hour fortnight, with access to Council's 9 day fortnight Accrued Day Off (ADO) arrangement.

This position will be located at Council's Auburn office, with occasional travel required across Council worksites including Council's Merrylands office.

Benefits:

• Leave entitlements, including annual, personal and parental leave (where applicable)
• Access to Council's Educational Assistance Program and professional development opportunities
• Health and Wellbeing Program
• Flexible working arrangements
• Car allowance or leaseback vehicle
• Access to Council's Fitness Passport program and pools.

Enquiries: Telephone Michael Lawani on (02) 8757 9929 for further information

Closing Date: 11:30pm, Friday 13 August 2021