Planning Officer

2 weeks ago


Sutherland, Australia Sutherland Shire Council Full time

Join us as a Planning Officer

  • Opportunity to support development assessment teams in a dynamic local government environment.
  • Engage with the community and development industry to enhance understanding of planning standards.
  • Contribute to the governance and administration of applications in an end-to-end e-planning system.

The Planning Officer position is a permanent full-time role within the Development Services unit. You will act as the first point of contact for customers with enquiries related to land use and development, guiding them from the initial enquiry through to application lodgement and determination despatch.

Your responsibilities will include providing accurate information, assessing development proposals, and ensuring the governance and administration of applications meet the required standards. This role serves as an excellent stepping stone for individuals aspiring to develop their careers in local government planning.

Who we are looking for:

We are looking for a motivated individual who is passionate about urban and regional planning and eager to contribute to our community's growth.

  • Tertiary qualifications or nearing completion in Town Planning, Urban & Regional Planning, or a related field.
  • Understanding of development assessment processes and the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979.
  • Experience in setting personal work objectives and monitoring performance.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present and prepare quality reports.

In addition to the essential qualifications, candidates with experience in project management and collaboration across various disciplines will be highly regarded.

Join our Team and Grow with Us

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council

  • Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit
  • Get your application in by 11.59pm: Friday 20 September 2024. 
  • Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated within 2 weeks of the application closing date.
  • Package: From $80,000 to $87,000 gross p.a. plus 11.5% superannuation. Salary will be paid based on skills and experience.
  • Hours of work: Permanent Full Time: 35 hours per week with option of 19-day month flexitime arrangement 
  • To benefit your wellbeing, you will have access to fitness passport, corporate membership to our leisure centres, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid-19 Vaccination), and may also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Click on the link to check out the Position Description

Reach out to Grant Rayner - Development Assessment and Certification Manager via grayner@ssc.nsw.gov.au for any job specific enquiries.
Melanie Silburn msilburn@ssc.nsw.gov.au, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, can assist with any recruitment related enquiries. 

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About Us

If you want to make a difference and be part of a challenging and rewarding working environment, then joining us just might be the right career move for you Join a passionate and dedicated team covering a diversity of services, industries and occupations.

At Sutherland Shire Council we do more than serve our community – we are our community. Our energy can be seen in everything we do. From having a can-do attitude, to embracing change and opportunities, being people-centred and working together as one.

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