Strategic Planner

• Join a dynamic team focused on shaping the future of the Bundaberg Region.
• Play a pivotal role in the development and maintenance of statutory land use planning instruments.
• Engage with stakeholders to ensure community expectations are met in planning initiatives.
• Contribute to a vision of building Australia's best regional community.

• Conduct and coordinate strategic planning projects, studies, and research to enhance land use planning and policy development.
• Prepare amendments to the Bundaberg Regional Council Planning Scheme and contribute to other strategic plans and guidelines.
• Review and maintain Council's planning instruments and undertake necessary administrative functions under the Planning Act 2016.
• Consult with Council and stakeholders on strategic planning issues and represent Council's interests in relevant forums.
• Provide strategic and policy advice on planning applications and land use proposals.
• Compile professional planning reports for Council and stakeholder review.
• Perform other strategic planning tasks as required, including support during staff absences.

• Tertiary Degree in Urban and Regional Planning or a related field.
• Full membership of the Planning Institute of Australia; Registered Planner status is highly desirable.
• Current Drivers Licence.
• Desired: Experience in local government planning or development assessment teams.
• Desired: Proven experience in strategic planning and planning scheme drafting.

• A current resume
• A cover letter addressing the "About You" section (max. 2 pages).

Bundaberg Regional Council