Expert Town Planner

6 days ago

Liverpool, Australia beBeeDevelopment Full time $150,000 - $170,000
Development Assessment Team Leader

As a Development Assessment Team Leader, you will play a pivotal role in guiding a team of planners in assessing development applications and modification applications. This role presents an exceptional opportunity to leverage your expertise in town planning and drive meaningful outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assess and report on all forms of development applications and modification applications, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and policies.
  • Liaise effectively with the public, developers, and other stakeholders to facilitate communication and resolve queries.
  • Respond promptly to written and verbal enquiries regarding planning matters, providing accurate and comprehensive information.
  • Act as an expert witness in the Land and Environment Court as required, demonstrating your authority and knowledge in town planning.
  • Supervise the investigation, evaluation, and reporting of all applications, ensuring timely completion and high-quality results.
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to development planners and staff, enhancing their skills and knowledge in processing and assessing development applications and modification applications.
  • Interpret complex planning issues and legislation, applying your expertise to inform decision-making.
Requirements
  • Hold a degree or diploma qualification in town planning, regional or urban planning recognised by the Planning Institute of Australia or related discipline.
  • Possess extensive experience in development assessment, ensuring the desired level of expertise/knowledge to carry out the functions of the position effectively.
  • Have experience handling a wide range of complex applications relating to various types of developments on industrial, commercial, or residential zoned land.
  • Be experienced in acting as an expert witness in the Land and Environment Court.
  • Demonstrate proven experience in assessment and application of alternative solutions as provided for under relevant legislation.
  • Exhibit excellent communication skills, enabling effective interaction with internal and external stakeholders, including the ability to deal with the community and professional industry to achieve optimal outcomes.
  • Showcase demonstrated experience and ability in supervising employees and fostering a team environment.
  • Display the ability to interpret Acts and policies, making informed decisions that take into account circumstances and legislative requirements.
  • Hold a current Class C Driver's Licence and SafeWork NSW WHS White Card.

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