Principal Statutory Planner
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Camberwell, Victoria (VIC) Boroondara City Council
| Job Ref: | 10623 |
| Employer: | Boroondara City Council |
| Job Type: | Full Time |
| City: | Camberwell |
| Salary and Benefits: | $130,468 - $135,903 (plus super, RDO, and flexible work opportunities) |
| Post Date: | 22/10/2021 01:19 |
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Manage exciting planning projects and achieve outstanding planning outcomes for the benefit of our vibrant community Boroondara is changing We are in the midst of implementing a major business transformation. Through technology, innovation, collaboration and leadership, we are realigning how we work together to enhance the customer experience. You will bring a fresh perspective to our business transformation, allowing you the opportunity to influence, challenge, lead and explore areas within your portfolio while collaborating with teams outside of your specialised area. About the role We have an opening for x 2 Principal Statutory Planners to join our collaborative and dedicated teams, following recent staff promotion. Reporting to a Coordinator Statutory Planning, your expertise will be drawn upon for processing significant planning applications and undertaking major planning projects. In this role you contribute to the future planning direction in our City and place community at the forefront. As a leader in your field, you will take on a rewarding mentoring role to coach, guide and inspire others. This role is pivotal to ensuring a high level of skill across the department in assessing planning applications and representing Council at VCAT. The position will also work with Strategic Planning to ensure the functionality of planning scheme amendments, and play a significant part in improving process efficiencies. There is a focus on driving strong customer satisfaction - engaging, consulting and delivering to all stakeholders in an accurate and timely manner. At City of Boroondara we work in flexible ways and we embrace hybrid working. You will join an engaged team who are looking towards the future. If you are seeking a change, there has never been a better time to join. About you As an experienced planner this is the perfect opportunity to take the next step in your career. You have extensive experience in planning practice with an excellent working knowledge of the Victorian Planning System and planning principles. You will work with your team to achieve big things and improve the capability uplift of the department. You have the ability to liaise and collaborate with multi-disciplinary staff, management and key stakeholders on complex applications and projects. An ability to critically analyse planning issues make decisive and balanced decisions will contribute to your success in role. You are someone who can work independently and manage competing interests. A tertiary qualification in town planning or a related discipline is required. Employment Requirements Applicants must have the right to work in Australia. Preferred applicants will be required to undergo a National Police Record Check Want to know more? We have a few ways you can connect further and gain a better insight into this opportunity: Position description Our strategic blueprint Transforming Boroondara For any confidential discussion please contact David Cowan on (03) 9278 4830 (during business hours) or David.Cowan@boroondara.vic.gov.au How to Apply Please submit your application online via the ‘Apply’ button by 11:59pm Friday 5 November 2021. All applications must be made via the online portal. No applications direct to the hiring manager will be considered. No calls or applications from agencies please. If you want to know more about the benefits of working for the City of Boroondara, please visit our careers website Council recognises the benefits of a diverse workforce for its employees and customers. To ensure equity of access to employment opportunities, Council encourages applications from underrepresented groups including people who are from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people from different ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientation and cultural backgrounds. If you require any additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise the contact listed above in advance. Council is a child safe organisation and as such, some applicants may be required to hold a Working with Children Clearance. Where positions are considered an ‘authorised worker’ or otherwise have to attend on site, in accordance with government requirements the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate evidence of an approved COVID-19 vaccination or authorised medical exemption (first dose required by 15 Oct, second dose by 29 Nov). Working together We are currently undertaking an exciting project that will see a transformation in the way we work and the way we serve our customers. Implementation of the Boroondara Customer First Program will provide a customer centric model of service delivery that includes technological innovation, process improvement and business system renewal - we value your input and look forward to our journey ahead. | |
