Strategic Planner

• Band 6 salary range $81,777.70-$88,340.96 per annum plus statutory superannuation
• Strategic planning opportunity
• Exciting time to join the City of Ballarat as they embark on a period of change

Ballarat is a self-contained city of over 110,000 people with significant infrastructure including regional hospitals, schools, excellent transport connections and enviable local facilities including Lake Wendouree, Victoria Park and Federation University. It has a vibrant and exciting arts and food scene with key assets as the Ballarat Fine Art Gallery and numerous world class restaurants and cafes.

Located in the central highlands of Victoria, the grand goldfields city of Ballarat enjoys an enviable location with easy access to surrounding towns, coastal areas, the Grampians National Park and Melbourne all being within 90 minutes’ drive.

Ballarat is growing at a rapid rate with new growth areas being planned and significant urban renewal opportunities. We expect to grow to around 160, 000 people by 2040 and as Ballarat grows, the strategic planning team is at the forefront of managing that growth to ensure our lifestyle, liveability and heritage is protected.

About the role

An exciting opportunity currently awaits for an experienced and qualified Strategic Planner to join our team at the City of Ballarat.  Reporting to the Manager Strategic Planning, you will contribute to the preparation of strategies and policies such as structure plans and heritage studies to guide the coordinated development of the City.   This role will also see you taking an active role in achieving the overall strategic goals of Council and the achievement of Council objectives at a Corporate and Departmental level. This role is classified as band 6, salary range $81,777 to $88,340 per annum plus 10% superannuation.

About you

You have a knowledge and a solid understanding of strategic planning, practices and trends including the planning scheme amendment process and other relevant legislation.  You have a recognised qualification in town planning or a related profession, along with relevant public and/or private sector experience in the field of strategic planning or statutory planning.  You are highly competent with IT skills, including in GIS systems and possess a strong ability to develop innovative, efficient and practical solutions to issues.  Excellent communication skills to assist in discussions and resolutions with the community, government, private sector representatives and staff.

Key Selection Criteria

• Recognised tertiary qualifications in Planning with minimum 2+ years’ experience in a planning position, with experience in strategic land use planning preferred.
• Proven ability to work cooperatively and positively as part of a team, in a sensitive and confidential environment.
• Highly competent verbal and written communication skills, including customer service skills and the ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with internal and external parties.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and to investigate, prepare and present high quality reports and recommendations, with the ability to think broadly and creatively in devising solutions.
• Working knowledge of the Victoria Planning Provisions and the Planning and Environment Act 1987, in particular the Planning Scheme Amendment process.
• Ability to plan, co-ordinate and prioritise a demanding workload, along with responsibility, resourcefulness and initiative to complete objectives within given timelines.

How to Apply

To apply for this position please click on the Apply button and submit your application. The closing date for this position is? 12 noon Monday 1 November, 2021. Please ensure that you provide a cover letter, current resume and addressed the key selection criteria? 

The successful applicant will be required to undergo a full employment medical and police check.?? 

Contact

For more information contact Terry Natt, Manager Strategic Planning on 0409 313 746.

The City of Ballarat is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to providing a safe and inclusive working environment that embraces and values child safety,?diversity?and flexibility.?We welcome applications from all walks of life and celebrate the diversity and richness this brings to our workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from people living with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally,?religiously?and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, women, and people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer.? We support flexible and accessible working arrangements for all and are committed to ensuring that all jobs in our workforce can be performed flexibly. If you're short listed for a role and are looking for flexibility, we encourage you to start the flexible working conversation with the hiring manager to find out what options may be possible for the role you're applying for.