Planner
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Sydney, Strathfield, New South Wales (NSW) Strathfield Council
| Job Ref: | SMC151 |
| Employer: | Strathfield Council |
| Job Type: | Permanent Full Time |
| City: | Sydney, Strathfield |
| Salary and Benefits: | $88,200 to $101,500 per annum plus 10% superannuation. |
| Post Date: | 10/05/2022 09:16 |
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About Strathfield We are a centrally located Council in Sydney’s inner-west, half way between the Parramatta and Sydney CBD. Strathfield’s Local Government Area is a culturally diverse area with a mix of land uses, ranging from high density residential development along Parramatta Road, leafy low density residential neighbourhoods with heritage and streetscape character, a range of educational facilities and industrial and urban services land. About the Opportunity Strathfield Council is seeking an extensively experienced Planner to join our multi-functional team. Reporting to the Executive Manager Land Use Planning, you will be preparing and delivering innovative and effective strategies which will optimise residential amenity, environmental quality and social and economic well-being. This opportunity entails a combination of strategic planning functions and assessing of development applications within a dynamic and complex community with rapid changes in population growth. You will be supported by an integrated team of multi-skilled planners and administration staff, working together towards a common goal to achieve specific outcomes identified in Council’s Local Strategic Planning Statement, Community Strategic Plan and Delivery Program. About you You will enjoy working in a fast-paced environment which will both challenge and fine-tune your skills as a Planner. You will be a strong communicator with the ability to work seamlessly within a team and feel a sense of reward and ownership within your role. You will have a recognised degree in urban planning or equivalent qualification combined with a minimum of 3-5 years relevant working experience. You will also have a working knowledge of the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act, and Council and Statutory requirements in planning processes. All applicants will need to possess a current Class ‘C’ NSW Driver’s License Salary and Conditions: The salary range for this position is $88,200 to $101,500 p.a. + Super, dependent upon the applicant’s qualifications and experience. This position also offers:
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In line with Council's Vaccination Policy, all employees must be fully vaccinated prior to commencement with Council. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Kandace Lindeberg on 02 9748 9999. Applications Close at 10pm, Friday 27th May 2022. About Us Strathfield is a vibrant and multicultural hub located within 15 kilometres of the CBD, in the Inner West of Sydney. Renowned for our culturally diverse and socially cohesive community, our vision is providing Strathfield with well-connected transport, business and educational institutions, whilst preserving our unique heritage and environment. We govern over an estimated 40,000 residents in the areas of Strathfield, South Strathfield and parts of Greenacre, Homebush and Homebush West. Our Council Area is also home to a wealth of fantastic parks and open spaces, natural bushland areas and waterways. As a medium-sized council that focuses on a plethora of Local Government functions, Strathfield Council presents vast opportunities whilst providing upskilling and experience that is tailor-fitted to individual needs. With ongoing training, the freedom to explore different career paths and the opportunity to work on exciting projects, why not consider developing your career whilst making a difference within the community. | |
