Ricardo plc is a global strategic, environmental, and engineering consulting company, listed on the London Stock Exchange. With over 100 years of engineering excellence and employing close to 3,000 employees in more than 20 countries, we provide exceptional levels of expertise in delivering leading-edge and innovative cross-sector sustainable products and solutions. Every day, we enable our customers to solve the most complex and dynamic challenges to help achieve a safe and sustainable world.
We are currently looking for an Analyst Consultant – Planning to join our growing Statutory and Strategic Planning team. This role would suit a recent graduate or early career professional.
Key ResponsibilitiesSupport the preparation of reports in statutory and strategic planning projects, including planning permit applications, strategy plans, and master plans.Assist in the preparation of reports to Tribunal and Planning Panels.Assist and coordinate with other members of the project team in the preparation of deliverables.Maintain positive relationships with existing clients.Report any project issues early to your Line Manager.Keep up to date with legislation and regulations relevant to the role.Key Competencies and Experience0-2 years' experience in statutory or strategic planning and application of the Victoria Planning Provisions, ideally in a local government or consultancy environment.Tertiary qualification in Urban / Regional Planning.Current Victorian Driver's License.Demonstrated experience managing project deliverables to completion, within timeframe, and to a high standard.Proven track record of contributing high quality work.Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and ability to learn new systems.Skills and BehavioursOutstanding verbal and written communication skills; able to produce high quality reports as well as communicate confidently with a variety of clients and stakeholders.Exceptional organisational skills with excellent attention to detail and ability to work methodically and thoroughly.Strong research and analytical skills.Well developed customer service capabilities with the ability to develop and nurture stakeholder relationships at all levels both internally and externally.Ability to concisely present information in written form (e.g., reporting, presentations).Team player, able to provide support to the wider team on projects.Adaptability and willingness to learn and improve technical expertise.Self-motivated with a desire to achieve high standards.Excellent problem-solving capabilities.Working with RicardoYou will be warmly welcomed into our workplace where every voice matters. We are diverse thinkers and doers, coming together to create a culture of inclusion. We will support you to find your place.
We will encourage you to use your passion and expertise to make a positive impact through the projects you work on. Your knowledge and desire to bring about change will be invaluable in helping deliver innovative solutions that support communities across the globe in becoming safer and more sustainable.
Work Life BalanceWe're happy to discuss flexible working arrangements. Wellbeing is at the core to our culture, allowing employees to flourish and to achieve their full potential.
Next StepsOnce you have submitted your application a member of our Recruitment Team will be in touch. Please be aware that the timing can vary dependent on the volume of applications that we receive for each role and in some cases, we may start to review applications prior to the closing date.
Diversity, Equality and Inclusion StatementWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours. We have an ambitious diversity, equality, and inclusion approach. We value diversity; recognising that a more diverse workforce creates a richer and more varied working environment, and drives innovation, by allowing us to offer our clients the best consultancy service that we can.
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