Strategic Planner

• 35 hrs per week
• Great team
• Subsidised vehicle with private use

Are you looking for an opportunity to be part of an innovative Council seeking to make a positive difference in the community you support? We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced Strategic Planner to join our team.

Located on the lower North Shore, our leafy suburbs have a vibrant and diverse village atmosphere. We aim to provide "best value" services and facilities to the community whilst ensuring a sustainable future.

If you are open to fresh ideas, committed to progressing new initiatives and driven to provide the very best service to our community, we want to hear from you.

About the Role

You will be responsible for progressing strategic land use planning across Council, and implementing the requirements of state and federal government, other groups and the general community.

About You

The successful candidate will have:

• A Bachelors Degree in Urban Planning or equivalent qualifications combined with experience;
• Demonstrated experience in preparing strategic planning documents;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, time management and organisational skills;
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously in addition to effectively contributing to a team; and
• Current Class C Drivers Licence.

What we Offer

We hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds maintaining always that inclusion and diversity lie at the heart of what we do. For those who join us we offer:

• Varied lifestyle benefits programs including:
  • flexible work practices aimed at achieving work/life balance
  • an employee wellness program and discounted gym memberships
• Annual performance bonuses and salary review
• Extensive career development and training opportunities
• The convenience of being close to shops, cafes, an aquatic centre and a gym.

We are dedicated to the safety, empowerment and participation of all children and are committed to creating a thoughtful, protective community that supports children and young people to feel safe and protected.

To Apply

Click on the "apply now" button to be redirected to our careers page where you can download and read a copy of the Position Description and address the selection criteria in your online application.

For further information about the role, please contact Christopher Pelcz on (02) 9911 3555.

Salary range - Up to $120K per annum (incl super) dependent on the skills, qualifications and relevant experience of the suitable candidate.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE SUNDAY 14 JULY 2024 at 10PM

This position requires applicants to be suitably immunised. As part of our pre-employment process, preferred candidates are required to provide proof of COVID 19 vaccination status.