Major Project and Policy Officer

2 weeks ago


Dandenong, Australia City of Greater Dandenong Full time

**Work type**
- Permanent Full Time**Location**
- Dandenong**Department**
- City Futures**Major Project and Policy Officer**

**$122,398 per annum (plus super)**

**Permanent Full Time**

**About Us**

Located 35km to the southeast of Melbourne, Greater Dandenong City Council covers 129 square kilometres and has a population of over 169,000 people. The central activities district is Melbourne's second largest retail and commercial centre and includes large shopping complexes at Dandenong and Keysborough as well as the highly popular Dandenong Market.

Greater Dandenong City Council is the most culturally diverse locality in Australia, with residents from over 150 different birthplaces, nearly two-thirds of whom were born overseas. Key industries include manufacturing, health care and social assistance, retail trade, wholesale trade and transport.

We are a progressive organisation of exceptional character that offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment to approximately 900 employees. We recognise that our staff are vital to the delivery of excellent service to our community and the achievement of our long-term vision. We invest in the development of our people, and we strive to be a workplace that is respectful, engaged, accountable, creative and honest.

Are you ready to be a part of an exciting and transformative journey in the heart of one of Australia's most culturally diverse and thriving communities? Greater Dandenong City Council is an innovative and forward-thinking organisation, home to Melbourne's second-largest urban centre and a pivotal hub for manufacturing, retail and commerce in the State, Greater Dandenong boasts exceptional character and a vibrant, multicultural population that contributes to a rich cultural tapestry.

**About the Role**

As a seasoned and professional Major Project and Policy Officer, you will deliver first class planning outcomes on complex matters through the provision of well-considered and consistent Statutory Planning services including decision making, processing, advocacy and general advice. As well as providing advice on strategic planning matters and policy reform.

Within the team, junior members of the team will see you as someone adheres to best practice and is seen as an approachable source of knowledge that they can learn from and bounce ideas off when required. Internal stakeholders will see you as an approachable and collaborative partner who whilst having potentially competing objectives will at least consider their opinion and management will see you as a future team leader and an integral part of the team, looking to you to work with them to identify and recommend improvements to existing processes and procedures.

**Benefits of working with us**

Council believes in providing an environment where staff thrive, both in the work they do and in how they learn and develop as people and professionals.

Our workplace has an inclusive and diverse culture which encourages innovation and supports your work and life balance. There are plenty of opportunities to learn, develop and grow your career within our expanding and diverse organisation.

Our benefits include
- Competitive salary
- Salary sacrifice childcare (where available)
- Flexible working options supported including hybrid work
- Access to learning & development programs including study assistance
- Reward & recognition programs
- Health initiatives
- Access to our support and wellbeing programs
- A vibrant social club

For more information about our benefits, please visit our careers page: Working with Us
- Council is commitment to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment and promoting cultural safety and wellbeing for children_ with zero tolerance for child abuse and harm._

**To apply**

To view a copy of this position description, please click on the links below.

Major Projects and Policy Officer - Position Description
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You may be required to undertake practical testing, work preference profiling / psychometric testing, functional capacity assessment (physical) or aptitude testing.

**Applications close**: 5pm, Friday 29th November 2024

**Further information**:Will Stewart, 8571 1526


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