Development Planner

**_Due to an exciting period of growth, a number of new roles have become available in our Development Services unit to better respond to the changing needs of our community. _**

**_From long stretches of coastline to amazing bushland reserves, Sutherland Shire offers extraordinary experiences in environmental planning. The Shire is a leader in environmental assessment and bushland regeneration. Areas of urban renewal have been identified and these will be developed with high quality landscape outcomes. Be a part of the assessment of this development and work with experienced experts who are deeply connected to high quality design outcomes._**

Things We’ll **Trust** You With:

- Contribute to the strategic intent of the Development Assessment teams to facilitate land use and development that balances our community, environment and economy.
- Assessment of development proposals and their potential impact on the natural, built and social environment with specific consideration to planning matters.
- Using your excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate respectfully with a diverse range of customer and internal stakeholders.
- Actively sharing your knowledge with team members and contribute to building a culture based on collaboration and continuous service improvement.

Things You’ll **Do**
- Review plans and provide planning input into controls for development and land use matters.
- Be involved with the Council as part of the Land and Environment Court process and the Local Planning Panel briefings and meetings.
- Collaborate with other stakeholders to achieve superior development outcomes in the community.
- Provide exceptional service to customers in relation to development proposals and assisting with the potential redesign.

***Things You’ll **Be Proud** Of:

- Being exposed to a wide range of development types and projects that only a career in local government can offer.
- Being part of an organisation and team that values growth and learning and provides training and employment opportunities to help you reach your career goals.
- Working in a role that is challenging, rewarding and positively impacts our local community.
- Showcasing Council’s values in all that you do - Collaborate, Achieve, Respect, and Evolve.

The **Fine** Print:

- **Interview date**:Interviews will be facilitated Tuesday 27 February 2024
- **Pack**age**: $82,668 to $106,863 gross p.a. plus superannuation. Salary will be negotiated based on experience.
- **Hours of work**:Permanent full-time, 35 hours per week with the option of a 19 day month.
- We provide flexible work arrangements to help our team balance family and busy lifestyles.
- To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, corporate membership to our leisure centres, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Keen To **Learn** More?
- Click on the link to check out the Position Description