At Singleton Council, our employee promise is simple: ADD VALUE.
BE VALUED.
As an employee of Singleton Council, you will join an engaged, safe, sustainable and performing (ESSP) workforce who work collectively to create community.
Singleton Council has a long and proud history.
From our agricultural foundations to our abundant natural resources, we are more than just New South Wales' largest producer of coal.
Singleton has developed into the economic beating heart of the State and a centre of industry, heritage, tourism and community.
Here at Council, we offer a wide range of services, supporting our community vision to be vibrant, progressive, connected, sustainable and resilient.
We're committed to providing an environment where everyone has the opportunity to contribute their unique skills and expertise to make a meaningful impact, while also recognising and appreciating your valuable contributions and ensuring you feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.
ADD VALUE - THE ROLE The Development Planner contributes to important community outcomes and making a real impact for Singleton.
The natural diversity of this role matches the natural diversity of the Singleton LGA meaning that every day will be different.
This role sits within Council's Development and Environmental Services, responsible for providing a progressive, relevant system that enhances social, economic and environmental land use development in a timely transparent way.
Responsible for the assessment of development applications and provision of written & verbal advice in relation to land use, zoning, permissibility and compliance with relevant legislation & Council policies, you will be challenged in a rewarding and supportive environment.
A degree or diploma in Town Planning and relevant experience in development assessment is essential for this role, complemented by sound knowledge of the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979, Local Government Act 1993 and associated legislation, and sound written and verbal communication skills including the ability to prepare reports.
This position is offered on a term contract full-time basis working 35 hours per week until April 2025.
Remuneration package for this position is based on Grade 10 of Council's Salary System Protocol which equates to a base salary of $77,968 - $87,704 per annum plus superannuation and a vehicle allowance of $17,639.77 per annum totaling a TRP of $95,608.05 - $105,344.53 per annum plus superannuation.
BE VALUED - THE REWARD Your wellbeing benefits include: Swell Program (Safe + Well at Singleton Council) Health + Wellbeing Leave Fitness Passport Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Flu Vaccinations + Skin Checks Your flexible work benefits may include: Work from home Rostered Day Off 9-day fortnight 4-day week Your leave benefits include: Concessional Leave between Christmas and New Year Annual Leave Sick + Carer's Leave Long Service Leave after 5 years Purchase of Additional Annual Leave Parental Leave Domestic + Family Violence Leave Your development benefits include: Training Courses + Professional Development Education Assistance Leadership Development Program Emerging Leaders Program 'Grow our Own' Program Your reward + recognition benefits include: ESSPecialist Program Awards Service Awards Be Valued Recognition Program WANT TO KNOW MORE?
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For further information regarding this role please see the position description.
INTERESTED?
For a confidential conversation about this exciting opportunity contact Sarah Boyton, Acting Coordinator Planning and Development Services, on 02 6578 7306 .
To be eligible for this role you MUST have the Right to Work in Australia.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE WEDNESDAY 20 NOVEMBER 2024.
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