Development Assessment Planner

• Picton location
• Permanent full time position
• Competitive Salary from $89,680 + 11% Superannuation + Leaseback vehicle
• Work/Life Balance - Hybrid and Flexible Work arrangements

Do you hold a degree in Town Planning or similar? Are you passionate about delivering great services to the community?

About Council

Wollondilly Shire Council covers a Local Government Area of approximately 2,560km2 of pristine bushland, crystal clear waterways and unique towns and villages that are home to close-knit communities. We are experiencing a time of significant growth and require suitably qualified and experienced professionals to go on this exciting journey with us.

In addition to the positive and supportive work culture, there are a number of benefits and opportunities available to our employees including:

• Health and Wellbeing programs
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Employee Reward and Recognition Programs
• Educational Assistance Program
• Staff Social activities

About the Role

On opportunity has arisen within our Development Services team for a suitably experienced Development Assessment Planner. With major growth centres being delivered in full flight, there is no better time to join the team!

Reporting to the Team Leader Development Assessment, you will have the opportunity to assess an array of Development Applications.

The successful applicants will be able to demonstrate their competency in the following essential criteria:

• Degree qualifications in Town Planning or related discipline.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ relevant work experience in the assessment of development applications.
• Working knowledge of the Environment Planning and Assessment Act 1979, NSW Planning Legislation and other Acts and Legislation relevant to the position.
• Class C Drivers Licence.

Those not addressing the selection criteria will not be considered.

Further Information: Aimee Lee, Team Leader Development 4677 9585.

Closing Date: 5:00pm Monday, 15 July 2024.

Don’t delay any longer, Apply Now and let’s make Wollondilly an even better place, together.

To be considered for this position, candidates must apply via Council’s website, Wollondilly Employment Opportunities and answer the position specific selection criteria as listed in this advertisement.

Preferred applicants will be required to undertake a pre-placement medical. This includes drug and alcohol screening. The preferred applicant may also be required to undertake Police Background, Credential and Bankruptcy Checks.

In accordance with the Local Government (State) Award 2023 all positions are engaged Monday to Sunday except as otherwise provided.

Wollondilly Shire Council is committed to workplace diversity.

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