Development Control Planner

7 days ago

Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia Bathurst Regional Council Full time $61,821 per year
About the role

Bathurst Regional Council has an exciting career development opportunity within the Development Assessment Team. Council is currently seeking a full time Development Control Planner - Cadet within the Environmental, Planning & Building Department. Candidates should be enrolled or eligible for enrolment in tertiary qualifications leading to a Degree in Town Planning. Council will be responsible for tuition costs. A current Class C motor vehicle driver's licence is required.

Dependent on qualifications and experience a commencing salary of $1,190.10 per week with further progression negotiated with the successful applicant. This is based on 35 hours per week with an RDO every three weeks.

This position will commence providing administrative support to the planning functions of Council before progressing into the role of Development Control Planner predominately responsible for assessing Development Applications and providing advice to the public on planning related matters.

Key Requirements
  • Eligible and willing to enrol and undertake tertiary study leading to qualifications as a town planner.
  • A current Class C Driver's Licence.
  • Customer service skills.
  • Administrative skills – e.g. data entry, record keeping, touch typing, preparation of correspondence.
  • Proficiency in the operation of various computer packages including a well-developed understanding of Microsoft office programs, Adobe and internet and intranet-based data administration applications and records management systems.
  • Experience in updating/maintaining databases and registers.
  • Developing verbal and written communication skills, including report writing skills.
  • Interpersonal, analytical and problem- solving skills.

What we can offer

  • Fully funded Degree in Town Planning
  • On the job training and mentoring
  • Work/Life Balance
  • Rostered day off every third week
  • Access to training and professional development opportunities
  • Access to confidential employee assistance program

This position requires a pre employment health assessment which includes a functional, audio and drug & alcohol screen.

Salary: $1,190.10 per week + super

Position Status: Permanent Full Time

Hours of work: 35 hours per week with an RDO every third week

Application closing date: Sunday, 28 September 2025, at 11.30 pm

Contact Officer: Richard Denyer

Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where diversity is embraced and supported.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background.

We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation with a zero tolerance for child abuse.

How to Apply

To submit your application for this position, please complete the questionnaire below. You will then be prompted to attach your resume and copies of any relevant qualifications (please note, attaching a resume is mandatory). You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.

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