Senior Development Assessment Planner
Full-time Opportunity (35-hour week)
19-day 4-week cycle (Variable day Off)
Salary package up to $127,198.76 + 11.5% Superannuation per annum
Market allowance (in addition to the advertised salary package) may be considered with the preferred applicant based on competency skills and experience.
Leaseback Vehicle Option Available
Flexible Working Conditions
The Opportunity
Wingecarribee Shire Council is at the forefront of an exciting period of growth and transformation, underscored by significant investment across our picturesque towns and villages.
As we embrace this wave of development, we are seeking an ambitious Senior Development Assessment Planner to join the team.
As an important part of the Development Assessment team you will have responsibility to prepare and review assessment reports and make decisions, mentor staff, resolve issues and represent Council as an expert.
The position will assist the Coordinator and Manager of Development Assessment and Regulation by participating in a business transformation model to achieve cultural change and succeed in accomplishing agreed service delivery outcomes.
Essential Criteria
Degree qualifications in Town Planning, Urban and Regional Planning, Science or equivalent discipline with a minimum 3 years' demonstrated experience in Town Planning / Development Assessment, within a local government context.
Previous experience in staff mentoring and building capacity in order to professionally develop technical skills and experience to meet both assessment targets as contained within the group's business plan and achieve customer service commitments.
Demonstrated extensive and detailed knowledge of relevant legislation including the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 and Regulations 2000, with proven comprehensive experience in the assessment of complex development proposals in a variety of residential, commercial and industrial and rural contexts.
Demonstrated ability to build professional relationships within the development industry and provide a high level of customer service.
Demonstrated ability to be resilient to work pressures and demands.
Proven analytical and problem-solving skills including the ability to critically analyse issues and the ability to develop and implement appropriate solutions.
Well-developed written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact effectively with a range of stakeholders both internal and external to negotiate outcomes and resolve conflict.
Hold and maintain current C Class Drivers Licence.
The Benefits
Attractive salary Remuneration + 11.5% Superannuation
Leaseback Vehicle Option Available
Flexible Working Arrangements - Working from Home Opportunities
Variable Days Off in addition to Annual Leave, Health and Wellbeing Days and time off for Blood Donors
Vaccination Program Including Annual Flu Vaccine
Access to Financial Advice and Guidance Including Advice from Active Super
Learning and Development Opportunities, Including Tertiary Assistance
How to Apply
For further information about the position or the application process, please contact Lauren Williams (Senior Development Assessment Planner) on 0429 139 876.
To apply, please ensure to submit the following documents :
Resume : Provide your current resume, detailing your professional experience and qualifications.
Statement of Claims : Address the essential criteria mentioned in the job description in a statement of claims format.
Please Upload : Additional Tickets, Qualifications and Certificates relevant to the role.
Wingecarribee Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer that provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people.
We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities, and/or expressions.
We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Applications are to be received by 11pm Sunday 12 January 2025. Interviews proposed to be conducted on the week commencing 20 and 21 January 2025.
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