Coming together for the future of energy
From $104K (9-day) or $121K (10-day) + 14.75% superProfessional mentoring | Study leaveCompetitive salary | Regular EBA increasesEnergy Queensland and our operational brands - Energex, Ergon Energy Network, Ergon Energy Retail and Yurika are growing rapidly and as part of the (QEJP) Queensland Energy and Jobs Plan, actively helping to advance the energy transition towards net zero.
We have a permanent opportunity for a Town Planner located at Cairns, Mackay, Maryborough, Newstead, Rockhampton, Toowoomba or Townsville.
Why choose to work for us? Strong 14.75% superannuation with a superannuation fund of your choice.More spending money with annual leave loading.Flexible working arrangements, including up to 50% work-from-home options.Secure employment, backed by a strong collective agreement, with yearly EBA increases.Comprehensive income protection to ensure your financial security.A chance to give back with a paid employee volunteering program.Support and guidance with access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Program.A Safety-First culture; the safety of our people, customers, and communities is a core priority.Reward and recognition with an internal reward and recognition program.Need wheels?
Novated lease options for personal use.About your role: As a Town Planner, you are responsible for providing town planning, policy advice, and works on various development application and referral processes.
You will be part of a high-performing team undertaking referral agency duties for Energex and Ergon Electricity Entities.
This involves receiving, reviewing, and responding to development application referrals for approvals for depots, substations, powerlines, and renewable energy developments to support our distribution areas and projects.
You will develop and maintain key relationships with a range of stakeholders to help us deliver high-quality results on our projects.
Some project examples are:
Major depot redevelopments of our facilities in Rocklea & Maryborough.Upgrades to our Isolated Generation sites for solar farms in remote communities.Various projects related to the Queensland Energy and Jobs Plan.If this role sounds like it's for you, check out 'about you' below and apply!
About you: In addition to your Degree level qualifications in urban and regional planning recognized by the Planning Institute of Australia, you have demonstrated experience in the preparation and management of development applications.
You also have:
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the Planning Act 2016, Planning Regulation 2017, and other relevant legislation.Experience in carrying out Referral Agency duties for an electricity entity, ensuring both compliance and development near electricity infrastructure does not impact on the safety of the community or network efficiency.High-level stakeholder engagement and organization skills, with the ability to prioritize workload to ensure efficient service delivery.Excellent problem-solving skills to drive strategic and operational outcomes through coordinating with a range of stakeholders.What matters most to us is our values: We're Safe – We Belong - We Grow - We Deliver.
And these should matter to you too. Energy Queensland is Australia's largest, wholly government-owned electricity company with more than 10,000 employees.
Our group of electricity distribution, retail, and energy services businesses energize Queensland communities right across the state and, through Yurika's services, increasingly to a growing national footprint.
Ready to apply? If you are ready to help us shape the future of energy, please apply below with a current resume and a cover letter which highlights your motivation for the role.
Applications close: 5:00pm, 22nd November 2024 Please note: We are seeking appointment as soon as possible and as such, applications may close sooner than 5:00pm, 22nd November 2024. For further information, please contact Michael Scott, Recruitment Advisor.
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Phone: 0427 630 375
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