Job Type: Part Time
Package: $68,302 – $70,213 pa/pro rata (plus 11.5% super and annual pay increases)
Temporary Part Time
$68,302 – $70,213 pa/pro rata (plus 11.5% super and annual pay increases)
Flexible working arrangements available
Who we are
The Surf Coast Shire Council oversees the picturesque region of Surf Coast Shire in Victoria, Australia. Responsible for a variety of crucial functions, Council ensures the well-being and prosperity of its residents and businesses. This includes upholding local laws and regulations, managing essential infrastructure like roads and parks, and providing vital community services such as family and youth programs. Council plays a pivotal role in planning and development, guiding sustainable growth while preserving the region's natural beauty. We actively support economic development initiatives, fostering local businesses and promoting tourism to stimulate the local economy.
At Surf Coast, we work together, we see opportunity, we do what we say, and we make a difference.
Your new career
This is an exciting opportunity for a student planner to gain experience in our Statutory Planning Team.
The Surf Coast Planning Scheme is diverse and responsive to the variety of land uses that the Shire has to offer. Working in a flexible arrangement around your studies, you will gain experience in dealing with and assisting statutory planners with a range of planning applications and approvals. You will also have a customer-focused approach to assist the community with general planning enquiries through front counter and telephone service.
What you will bring to the role
We are currently looking for a student planner with a drive to actively learn and participate in the statutory planning system at the Surf Coast Shire.
To be successful in this role you will have:
a customer-focused approach
an enthusiastic attitude to learn
an ability to work well within a team environment
good communication skills.
Key selection criteriaMandatory qualifications, experience and requirements
Currently enrolled and studying a tertiary qualification in planning, or related discipline (Note – this is an undergraduate position for currently enrolled students)
Ability to learn new processes and procedures of a local government planning department
Ability to work as an effective team member and contribute to a positive team culture
Ability to provide a customer service focus to the work.
A current Victorian drivers licence
A current Working With Children Check
You have the permanent right to live and work in Australia
Police Check results that are suitable for this position (will be arranged by Surf Coast Shire Council). A complete international criminal history check is required if the person has worked or lived overseas for any period of time OR a complete national criminal history check is required if the person has only ever worked in Australia.
What you'll love working with us
Council embraces diversity and social inclusion and encourages applications from skilled people from all walks of life.
We recognise that our employees play a vital role in creating an innovative, safe, respectful and supportive workplace, living our values and delivering exceptional services to our thriving community. Our Council is committed to providing a workplace culture of equity, inclusion and diversity that eliminates all forms of discrimination, harassment and bullying.
There are numerous social activities throughout the year available as well as the benefits of:
Flexible working arrangements including working from home and flexi time options,
Employee Assistance Program and award-winning staff wellbeing program
Career development and learning opportunities, we help our people grow
Purchase of additional annual leave
Free onsite parking
For More Information
More information on the role accountabilities and the key selection criteria can be found in the position description above.
If you believe you have the knowledge, skills and experience to fulfil this role and would like further information, please contact Ben Hynes, Coordinator Statutory Planner on 5261 0600.
How to apply
Applications are to be in Word or PDF format and should include a:
cover letter
statement addressing the selection criteria
copy of your resume.
Please note that only applications with a statement addressing the selection criteria will be considered for this position.
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