Lead Senior Planner

Guide Growth. Empower a Team. Leave a Legacy.

Toowoomba Regional Council is looking for TWO LEAD SENIOR PLANNERS

This is a great opportunity to progress to a leadership role. There are two temporary appointments, one for three years and the other until December 2025 (with the possibility of extension), both located in the CBD. Apply now

About the role

Do you have substantial experience in development assessment planning? Progress your leadership journey by joining Planning Branch as a Lead Senior Planner. Share your expertise with a diverse and dedicated team and positively influence key decisions about future growth.

This role provides expert technical knowledge to the assessment of and reporting on complex development applications, and other development assessment matters managed by the team. This will involve the preparation of reports, assessments, briefs, infrastructure agreements and the like.

This is a leadership position, which will provide guidance and direction to other Planners /Para-Planners in the Branch. This may include advice on complex planning matters, the review of planning reports, providing opportunities to build capacity in the team and ensure ahigh standard of work and customer service.

Planning Branch enjoys a positive team culture and strives for continual improvement. We offer a supportive team environment where you can mentor and be mentored, while dealing with a range of exciting and challenging projects.

If you want to make a difference and help shape the beautiful Toowoomba region for future generations - this is the role for you. Apply Today

What's on offer?

Lead Senior Planner (Level 7) with an annual salary range of $106,114.31 to $112,546.44 gross plus:

• Superannuation up to 12.65%
• 5% leave loading on annual leave
• Options to accrue time in lieu and flexible working arrangements
• Opportunities to salary sacrifice
• Professional development and learning opportunities
• Free CBD carparking

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A degree in Urban / Town Planning recognised by the Planning Institute of Australia.
• Approximately eight years post graduate experience in town planning
• Experience in the preparation of, or assessment and determination of complex development applications
• The ability to coach, mentor, motivate and support staff in a way that contributes to a supportive and positive workplace
• Time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Great interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to negotiate on complex matters
• The ability to use initiative and autonomy in decision making, problem solving and conflict resolution

How to apply:

For full details about this position, download the which includes the position success criteria. Your application should include two documents:

1. A cover letter which addresses the 'position success criteria' in two pages or less; and
2. Your current resume.

To ensure your application is considered, follow the instructions above.

The preferred candidate will be required to undertake a Criminal History Check and a pre-employment medical assessment to assess their ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the position.

About Council:

The Toowoomba region is about rich traditions and bold ambitions. Our long and proud agricultural history has evolved Toowoomba into Australia's second largest inland city with a population of 180,000 and employs approximately 1,600 staff, dedicated and enthusiastic, about delivering excellent customer service to the community, residents, and visitors throughout the region. We recognise that our success depends upon attracting and retaining skilled and talented staff and offer a wide variety of interesting challenges and opportunities to gain experience your career.

Visit our website for information on how to apply for jobs at Toowoomba Regional Council. Applicants are encouraged to apply online.

For further information:

Please contact Krys den Hertog on *** during business hours.

Closing date:

The closing date for applications is Sunday 8 June 2025 at 11:45pm.

Attachments:
- Position Description - Lead Senior Planner
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