Planning and Development Administration Officer (Fixed Term) (Dalby)

About the Opportunity

Do you have an eye for detail? Are you a positive team member who will help us and our community win? Do you have well developed administration skills that are transferrable to an important role within our Planning and Development team? 

Council is seeking an experienced Administration Officer to provide a full range of planning and development administration support and to assist with the efficient and effective performance of the Planning and Development Team and its operations.

This position is based in Dalby and is for a fixed term period of two (2) years.

Reporting to the Planning and Development Administration Supervisor, you will be:

• providing courteous customer service to external customers via face to face, telephone, email or correspondence;
• providing administrative support to the Planning & Environment Manager, Principal Planner, Planning & Environment Administration Supervisor, Compliance, Development Engineer and all Planning and Development staff;
• carrying out duties accurately, professionally and efficiently as directed by the Planning & Environment Administration Supervisor, including the preparation and delivery of administrative tasks that are associated with the Planning Act;
• coordinating the process, including the preparation, presentation and delivery of development applications.

About yourself

The successful applicant will have:

• well-developed customer service skills;
• high level of computer literacy and ability to learn new systems and processes;
• good problem-solving ability;
• strong analytical ability and a track record for delivering work based on process; and
• ability to prioritise and meet deadlines, and work under pressure.

The benefits working for WDRC:

Work / life balance

Enjoy quality time with flexible working arrangements.

Access to Corporate Health Plan

Take care of yourself and join a health plan to improve life.

Health & Wellbeing program and Mental Health Support

Change your lifestyle and live better with healthy ideas. Be your best possible self with provided support and information.

Access to free Employee Assistance Program & confidential counselling

Reach out to someone confidentially if you are experiencing any concerns or problems.

Salary Packaging Available

Restructure your salary to work for you to pay for everyday living expenses such as Motor Vehicles, Superannuation, Remote Area Housing (Rent), Fuel, Gas and Electricity.

Allowances Available (if applicable)

Allowances such as Locality Allowance may be applicable to your position.

Job security in a local government position

Feel secure working for an organisation who believes in strong foundations of respect, balance, communication, teamwork, accountability and leadership. 

Living & Working in the Western Downs:

Experience Western Downs

If you are looking for a new challenge and want to play a key role in supporting Council's Planning and Compliance team, this role is for you.  TOGETHER WE MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE.

Applications close at 5.00pm AEST on Thursday 16 May 2024.

Additional Information

The recruitment process may include candidates completing a pre-employment health declaration and you may be required to undergo a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol testing.

WDRC reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date, or extend the closing date, without prior notice.