Leading and Coordinating Planning and Development InitiativesFull Time ongoing with private vehicle use$130K - $140K base salary plus council benefitsIf you are interested in applying for this role, click this link or contact Joanne Woldseth from Foundation Recruitment on 0405 867171 or email ****** UsOur council presents an exciting opportunity for people seeking a dynamic, progressive and fast-paced organisation. We have developed a positive workplace culture where collaboration and personal development are core components. Ours is a genuine commitment to making a tangible impact on the community through a role offering both purpose and stability.Invest in your own professional and personal growth and be a real contributor to the experience of the Palmerston community. There is a sense of pride in the work we do and what we can achieve together for the people of Palmerston. Coming together with like-minded people is energising and engaging – you know when you apply yourself you can make a difference that matters.We see investing in our people as an investment in our community.Our Commitment to You and Our CustomersAt CoP we value:TeamworkCommitment and AccountabilitySustainability and Self-Sufficient Quality ResourcesA culture of Continuous ImprovementIn addition to our focus on culture, values, and behaviors, we embed our Customer Service Charter in everything we do both internally and externally. The pillars of our Customer Service Charter are:Make it easy for customersPerform with prideListen, learn and actEvaluate and improveAbout the OpportunityAs the Planning and Development Manager, you'll lead and coordinate planning and development activities vital to Palmerston's growth and liveability. Working closely with internal teams and external agencies and developers, you'll ensure all endeavors resonate with the city's vision and goals. The role reports directly to the Executive Manager Projects and Infrastructure Services with responsibility for the acceptance and handover of public assets, including open space, civil and related infrastructure.About YouYou should have:Tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering, Town Planning or Project or Construction Management with relevant experience or a minimum five years of relevant experience in a similar role with relevant Diploma level qualifications.Relevant work experience in subdivision development and approvals.Good understanding of statutory planning, and Council's role in the Northern Territory planning framework, as well as knowledge of standards, current technology and design requirements.Strong problem-solving skills and ability to resolve complex issues.Ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders for community-focused outcomes.Excellent written communication skills and able to prepare complex correspondence and reports to a range of internal and external stakeholders to achieve community-focused outcomes.The role will promote and exemplify Council's vision to meet community expectations, deliver organizational key performance indicators and maintain accountabilities in line with the Community Plan and customer ethos of "people are at the center of all we do and deliver".At City of Palmerston, we embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. To view a copy of the position description and to 'Apply' please see below.Closing Date: Sunday, 17 March 2024#J-18808-Ljbffr
