Fulltime, monthly RDO – flexible work options consideredExcellent variety of work and opportunity to be involved in exciting projectsFantastic lifestyle in the beautiful South WestBring your experience and passion to our team delivering professional and innovative planning services to our growing community.
The Shire of Capel is located in the South West, halfway between Bunbury and Busselton.
We are nestled between the beach and the forest and are one of the fastest growing coastal Shires in Australia.
At the Shire we value Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork which underpin the way we work with our elected members, the community and each other.
The Shire of Capel has major ambitions for the growth of its existing townsites of Capel and Boyanup and for economic development through the delivery of a new agri-business precinct as well as enhancing its tourism offer.
We are seeking a Senior Development Planner with at least 3 years' experience in statutory and/or strategic planning to join our Development Services team.
You will manage a range of complex development proposals, including Local Structure Plans, subdivisions and major development applications, in order to achieve great outcomes for our Shire, and share your expertise and enthusiasm to help develop our team's capabilities.
You will also develop innovative strategies and policies to help deliver strategic projects:
Review of the Shire's Local Heritage SurveyAdministering, and review of, the Shire's Developer Contribution PlanStrategic involvement in the Shire's Integrated Growth Framework and Place PlanningAssessment of complex development applications, including Joint Development Assessment Panel itemsThe rewards:
As part of our team, you will enjoy:
Flexibility and supportInvestment in you and your careerAn inclusive culture where all our people are valued, EEO, diversity and differences are respectedA strong focus on employee wellbeing and safetyFull time, 19-day work monthBase annual salary circa $92,700 per annum dependent on skills, experience, and qualificationsAnnual leave loading of 17.5%Up to 14% Shire superannuation contributionEmployee benefit program offering a wide range of discountsFor further position related requirements please refer to PD Senior Planning Officer PDF (375KB).
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Please view this vacancy on our website at capel.wa.gov.au/careers to access the position description.
We embrace diversity and encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds to join us in servicing our community for the future.
To be considered for this role you will be able to demonstrate:
Behaviour that positively demonstrates the Shire's HEART of: Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect and TeamworkBachelor of Arts in Urban & Regional Planning, or relevant equivalentA minimum of three years' experience in statutory and/or strategic planning at a local government levelExposure to multidisciplinary environments of building, public health, environmental management and engineering related to the local government planning processStrong research and evaluation skillsStrong report writing skillsStrong computer skills in MS Office suiteValid driver's licenceExperience in developing policies and procedures and experience in undertaking compliance and appeals processes will be highly regarded.
Applicants who need assistance with their application or wish to discuss any potential barriers that may prevent them from applying are encouraged to contact Organisational Development on 9727 0222 to discuss.
Further position related enquiries can be directed to Scott Price, Manager Development Services or Organisational Development on 9727 0222.
Applications close
9.00am on Monday 9 December 2024.
The Shire of Capel reserves the right to commence interviewing prior to the application close date and close this position for applications early should a suitable candidate be found.
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