Town Planner

1 day ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Taylors Full time $70,000 - $120,000 per year

The Taylors Culture and Difference

Here at Taylors, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture of belonging, growth, innovation and providing you with every opportunity to contribute to both business and personal success.  We bring our full selves to work each day and work alongside extremely talented, supportive and dedicated teams.

We are a truly flexible workplace where you can choose to work from home or the office.

This isn't a full list of feel we have a lot to offer you

Role Snap Shot

Our Town Planners provide high quality statutory and strategic advice to achieve the best possible outcomes for our clients in a variety of residential, commercial, government and industrial projects.

Whilst the Town Planner is accountable for deliverables of their specific project portfolio, the allocation of projects will be tailored at an intermediate level.  Input and direction from Team Manager/Senior Planner will be required from time to time.

How You Will Contribute

  • Developing feasible, long-term strategies for client projects as directed by Team Manager
  • Offer sound planning advice with direction from Team Manager/Senior Planner as required to assist clients in achieving desired outcome, including: -

o   Preliminary advice;

o   Input and assistance with design;

o   Preparation, lodgment and management of Planning Permit Applications and Planning Scheme Amendments;

o   Issue management;

o   Follow up (amended plans, appeals etc).

  • Preparation of evidence and representation at VCAT hearings on behalf of client;
  • Compile accurate and comprehensive reports in accordance with TDS guidelines and conventions;
  • Other duties as instructed by Team Manager /Senior Planner.

**Our Ideal Person

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:**

  • Tertiary qualification in Town Planning (Bachelor of Applied Science (Planning)/ Bachelor of Urban Planning & Development or equivalent);
  • Thorough knowledge of state planning legislation;
  • Land and development industry experience ideal;
  • Intermediate to advanced skills in the use of MS Office Suite, including use of templates;
  • Highly proficient in report writing with a sound grasp of appropriate planning terminology;
  • Ability to interpret plans;

At Taylors, we're committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

We actively seek to collaborate with individuals from all backgrounds and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, individuals of all ages and genders and minority groups. We believe that diverse perspectives and experiences make us stronger as a team. Our commitment to DEI is woven into the fabric of our culture, and together, we can create an environment where everyone thrives.

About Taylors

Here at Taylors, we are a leading development consultancy recognised in our industry for providing first class outcomes to our client base across the infrastructure, urban development and built environment markets for nearly 60 years.  Built on a foundation of relationships, innovation and expertise we have a team of over 170 talented professionals delivering outcomes to our communities across Town Planning, Urban Design, Surveying, Civil Engineering, Project Management and Corporate Services.

Please click on the 'Apply' button today and apply with your Resume.No Agencies please.


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