Planning Administration Support Officer

2 weeks ago


Dandenong, Australia City of Greater Dandenong Full time

**Work type**
- Permanent Full Time

**Location**
- Dandenong

**Department**
- City Futures

**Planning Administration Support Officer**

**$73,955**:

- $78,374 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 Planning Administration Support Officer you will play an integral role in providing exceptional administrative and technical support and of Statutory Planning Department. Additionally you will provide professional advice and contribution to the continuous improvement of the unit.

The Planning Administration Support Officer will:

- Provide and maintain an effective and efficient administrative system for the processing of Planning Applications, Scheme Amendments and other related matters and assist in the achievement of team targets.
- Utilise database systems for timely management and tracking of Statutory Planning data along with software or systems updates from suppliers or Information Management Services (IMS).

**About You**

You’ll be an experienced digital comms professional with exceptional writing for web and socials, good judgment and excellent time management skills. You’ll be friendly and build your network across Council quickly. You’ll have a passion for data and look for the insights about what it’s telling us, and make recommendations about what we should do next.

We provide genuine workplace flexibility to achieve work/life balance. We’ll provide you with professional development, networking opportunities and the chance to make a difference.

**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**
- Cover letter
- Your current resume
- A document addressing the key selection criteria located in the position description

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

Planning Administration Support 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 21st February 2025

**Further information**:Esther Antos, 8571 5381



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