Planning Officer

4 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Brimbank City Council Full time
Overview

Join to apply for the Planning Officer role at Brimbank City Council. The role is a Full Time Permanent position based in Sunshine, offering a base salary of $108,150 - $120,324 per annum + Superannuation, with a 36 hour week and a Monthly RDO. Brimbank is one of Melbourne's largest municipalities with a diverse community and active infrastructure agenda.

We are seeking a motivated and experienced individual to contribute to leisure, sport, recreation and community infrastructure planning within Council's Leisure and Community Facilities division.

Key responsibilities
  • Oversee the development and implementation of strategic documents, policies and projects that guide Council's approach to leisure, sport, recreation and community infrastructure and services.
  • Plan and coordinate Leisure and Community Facilities capital works.
  • Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders to deliver optimal project outcomes.
  • Communicate and consult with internal and external stakeholders to support project delivery.
Qualifications and experience
  • Degree qualification in leisure, sport recreation, community infrastructure planning or related area, with several years' experience in leisure, sport, recreation or community infrastructure planning, preferably in a local government setting.
  • Experience in developing and implementing sustainable initiatives and policy options for leisure, sport, recreation or community plans.
  • Demonstrated ability in policy development and implementation through analytical and investigative skills.
  • Excellent negotiation, problem-solving, liaison and communication skills, including well developed written and oral skills.
  • Local government experience is desirable.
  • Experience in managing collaborative projects across the organisation, including consultants, contractors, community and Council staff.
Benefits and working at Brimbank
  • Rostered day off
  • 16 days of personal leave per year (FTE)
  • 16 weeks paid parental leave (FTE)
  • 3 weeks partner leave
  • Make a positive impact to your local community
How to apply

To view a full list of employee benefits, please view Council's Employee Value Proposition. To apply, please submit your Resume and a Cover Letter of no more than 2 pages outlining how you can deliver on the key aspects of the role and assist Brimbank in becoming the best it can be. Applications are submitted online via the Brimbank careers page.

Brimbank City Council actively encourages applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with disability, and LGBTQIA+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore the opportunity of a career at Brimbank.

If you have any support or access requirements, or would like to speak to someone about the employment process, please contact People Culture and Wellbeing on 9249 4000.

Brimbank City Council is a Child Safe organisation and endeavours to promote child safe, child friendly practices. To be eligible for employment you must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or legally entitled to work in Australia.

Direct any queries regarding the role to: Ashley Fleming, Manager Leisure and Community Facilities - AshleyF@brimbank.vic.gov.au


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