Senior Environmental Planning Professional

1 day ago


North Geelong, Victoria, Australia City of Greater Geelong Full time

About the role

City of Greater Geelong: Sustainable Urban Development Opportunity

We seek an experienced Senior Strategic Environmental Planner to lead our team in sustainable urban development initiatives.

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading strategic environmental approvals, preparing Precinct Structure Plans, and conservation reserve masterplanning. This role will contribute to sustainable urban development across Geelong's growth areas, aligning with our Northern and Western Geelong Framework Plan, Environment Strategy, and Clever and Creative Futures Strategy.

This position offers the opportunity to provide expert environmental planning, project management, and strategic advice in collaboration with Council staff, consultants, and industry stakeholders.

The City of Greater Geelong is a vibrant regional city driving sustainable urban development to create a clever and creative community. Our vision centers on developing an environmentally sustainable region that embraces biodiversity protection and enhancement in an urban context and resilient and sustainable urban design.

Our Sustainability and Environmental Planning Unit leads the way towards this vision, managing strategies such as the Environment Strategy, Climate Change Response Plan, and coastal and marine management plans.

Job Requirements
  • Lead strategic environmental initiatives to support sustainable urban development
  • Assist in the Northern and Western Growth Areas Part 10 EPBC Act Strategic Assessment and leading implementation of the Biodiversity Conservation Strategy for the Northern and Western Geelong Growth Area
  • Provide expert advice on conservation planning principles and native vegetation regulations in line with local, State, and Federal policies
  • Review strategic plans, including Native Vegetation Precinct Plans and Precinct Structure Plans
  • Prepare technical reports and offer strategic advice to Council, State, and Federal Government bodies
  • Contribute to statutory planning applications and strategic planning initiatives
  • Collaborate with stakeholders, including property developers, industry groups, and consultants, to achieve sustainable outcomes
Key Responsibilities
  • Strategic Planning
  • Environmental Approval Management
  • Project Management
  • Technical Reporting
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Team Collaboration
Required Skills and Qualifications
  • Relevant tertiary qualification in Environmental Planning, Urban Planning, Natural Resource Management, or a related field
  • In-depth understanding of planning for threatened species and conservation reserve master planning in an urban context
  • Understanding of the Victorian Planning Provisions, planning schemes related to Victorian Native Vegetation Removal regulations, and the Federal Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999
  • Strong analytical abilities and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Leadership and project management experience

This role requires a salary between $100,640-$110,990 per annum, plus superannuation benefits.

Location and Working Conditions

Located in the Civic Precinct, Wurriki Nyal, Central Geelong, this role involves working with a diverse team and interacting with stakeholders from various backgrounds.

Benefits and Opportunities
  • Competitive remuneration package
  • Superannuation benefits
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Collaborative work environment
  • Diverse range of projects and initiatives


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