Town Planner at City of Greater Geelong

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jul, 26

Salary

81005.0

Posted On

09 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Statutory planning, Planning legislation, Development applications, Permit issuance, Stakeholder coordination, Policy development, Heritage preservation, Analytical skills, Problem-solving, Time management, Computer skills, Public speaking, Legal proceedings, Urban studies

Industry

Government Administration

Description

About the role In this role, you will play a key part in working on statutory planning applications, be front of house in providing advice on the Greater Geelong Planning Scheme and be a part of delivering outcomes to the wider community. You'll be customer driven and will evaluate development applications, issue permits, and coordinate with various stakeholders to ensure compliance with planning regulations. We are looking for you to provide expert advice to clients and the public, represent the City in public forums and legal proceedings, and support policy development and heritage preservation. Importantly you will be a part of a dynamic team making a real impact on our community's future. Key responsibilities include: * Development Applications: Evaluate and investigate development applications, ensuring compliance with legislation and timely processing. * Permits & Coordination: Assist with issuing Town Planning permits and coordinating input from various departments and the public. * Advisory Services: Provide expert advice to clients and the public, addressing enquiries and ensuring adherence to planning policies. * Community Engagement: Represent the City in public forums and legal proceedings and assist with heritage preservation, gaming and liquor control advice. * Policy Development: Support the development and review of policies and maintain effective administrative systems. About you To be successful in this role, you will have the following: Essential: * A tertiary qualification in Town Planning or Urban Studies. * A Theoretical and practical knowledge and ability to interpret town planning legislation and practices and associated legislation. * Awareness of current trends and issues affecting town planning. * Well- developed analytical, investigative, interpretative and problem-solving skills. * Ability to manage change and be innovative. * Highly developed computer skills. * Ability to effectively plan, organise and manage own time to achieve targets within a set timetable. * Current Victorian Drivers Licence. 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: Hugh Griffiths | Team Leader Statutory Planning | HGriffiths@geelongcity.vic.gov.au [HGriffiths@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 evaluating development applications, issuing permits, and ensuring compliance with the Greater Geelong Planning Scheme. You will also provide expert planning advice to the public and represent the City in forums and legal proceedings.