Senior Strategic Planner at City of Greater Geelong

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Jul, 26

Salary

106158.0

Posted On

16 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strategic planning, Land-use planning, Project management, Policy development, Stakeholder engagement, Data analysis, Report writing, Budget management, Mentoring, Legislation compliance, Communication, Research, Planning scheme amendments, Consultant management

Industry

Government Administration

Description

About the role In this role, you will lead the development, review and implementation of strategic land-use plans, policies and planning scheme amendments that guide sustainable growth across the City. You will provide expert planning advice, manage complex projects, and support informed decision-making through research, analysis and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. This role is temporary, full-time until 26.6.27 Consideration for part-time. Key responsibilities include: * Managing planning scheme amendments in line with relevant legislation. * Leading and contributing to the preparation of strategic plans, guidelines and policies. * Providing professional planning advice and ensuring strategic considerations are addressed. * Reviewing and analysing documents from internal and external sources. * Preparing briefs, funding submissions, Council reports and project documentation. * Representing the City at meetings, Planning Panels and stakeholder forums. * Managing consultant contracts, timelines and project budgets. * Supporting and mentoring team members. * Engaging with the community and stakeholders to support transparent planning processes. About you To be successful in this role, you will have strong strategic and analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex planning information into clear, practical outcomes. You will be confident managing multiple projects, providing expert advice, and working collaboratively with teams, stakeholders and the community to achieve sustainable planning outcomes. Essential Experience: * Tertiary qualification in Town Planning or a related field. * Knowledge of the planning scheme amendment process and relevant legislation. * Experience preparing strategic plans, policies, guidelines and managing planning projects. * Proven ability to lead, supervise or mentor staff. * Highly developed written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills. * Strong project management skills, including planning, prioritisation and meeting deadlines. * Experience conducting research, analysing data and synthesising results into actionable plans. If this sounds like the role for you, then click apply now! A career with us We’d love for you to continue your career with the City and set the benchmark for a sustainable, inclusive and culturally safe workplace. With a range of benefits, flexible working options, learning and development opportunities, support services and the opportunity to give back to the community, the City has so much to offer! Click https://www.geelongaustralia.com.au/employment/article/item/8d1155a0d84344d.aspx [https://www.geelongaustralia.com.au/employment/article/item/8d1155a0d84344d.aspx] to view all the benefits to you working at the City. We support accessibility and encourage discussions about any adjustments or support you may need during the recruitment process. Applications and Enquiries Click the Position Description link to view more information about this position. Enquiries: Nikki Short | Senior Talent Acquisition Partner | Nikki.Short@geelongcity.vic.gov.au [Nikki.Short@geelongcity.vic.gov.au] Click the Apply button to submit your application or find out more about this opportunity. If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Talent Acquisition team via email at careers@geelongcity.vic.gov.au [careers@geelongcity.vic.gov.au] noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch. We collect demographic data to help us learn who our advertisements are reaching and how we can reach an even more diverse audience. We are committed to building a more diverse team. Your responses to our demographic questions are strictly confidential and will not be individually shared.

Responsibilities

The role involves leading the development and implementation of strategic land-use plans and managing complex planning scheme amendments. You will also provide expert advice, manage project budgets, and engage with stakeholders to support sustainable growth.