Development Assessment Planner - Temporary

• Picton location
• Temporary full time position – (Up to 8 months)
• Participation in Council’s Flex-time system
• Attractive salary based on skills & experience + 10% Superannuation
• Option of a Leaseback Vehicle or Motor Vehicle Allowance of $8,500 P.A
• Generous and regular flexible working arrangements

We currently have an exciting vacancy in our Development Services Team for a Development Assessment Planner to join us on a temporary basis, to make the Wollondilly Shire an even better place, together.

About Council:

Wollondilly Shire Council covers a Local Government Area of approximately 2,560km² of pristine bushland, crystal clear waterways and unique towns and villages that are home to close-knit communities. We are experiencing a time of significant growth and require suitably qualified and experienced professionals to go on this exciting journey with us.

As a Development Assessment Planner, you will be provided with the opportunity to be part of supportive and friendly team environment. Additionally, you will be provided with the opportunity to provide and develop your experience in a broad range of new and exciting opportunities including working on major sub-divisions, and growth centres including both Appin and Wilton New Town.

In addition to the positive and supportive work culture, there are a number of benefits and opportunities available to our employees including:

• Health and Wellbeing programs
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Educational Assistance Program
• Employee Reward and Recognition Programs
• Staff Social activities

As a Development Assessment Planner with Council, your day will consist of, but not be limited to:

• Assessment of Development Applications, related applications and certificates.
• Providing professional advice to Builders, Developers and the general public.
• Preparation and giving expert evidence before the Land & Environment Court of NSW.

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate their competency in the following essential experience and qualifications:

• Degree qualifications in Town Planning or related discipline.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ relevant work experience in the assessment of development applications.
• Working knowledge of the Environment Planning and Assessment Act 1979, NSW Planning Legislation and other Acts and Legislation relevant to the position.
• Class C Drivers Licence.

Further Information: Michael Buckley, Team Leader Development Assessment on 02 4677 9614.

Closing Date: 5:00pm Friday, 3 June 2022. Previous applicants need not apply.

To be considered for this position, candidates must apply via Council’s website, Wollondilly Employment Opportunities and answer the position specific selection criteria as listed in this advertisement.

Those not addressing the selection criteria will not be considered.

Preferred applicants may be required to undertake a pre-placement medical. This includes drug and alcohol screening. Preferred applicants may also be required to undertake a Police Background check, Credential Check and Bankruptcy Check.

In accordance with the Local Government (State) Award 2020 all positions are engaged Monday to Sunday except as otherwise provided.

Wollondilly Shire Council is committed to workplace diversity.