We are seeking a Statutory Planning Officer to work with a Southern suburbs local council. Your brief will be to use your industry expertise to make a real difference to the community, in the following capacity:
About the Role
- You will be responsible for assessing planning applications
- Implement strategic land use and planning projects
- You will proactively contribute to improving the day-to-day operations of the team in a statutory, strategic and project planning capacity
- You will utilise your skills, knowledge and experience to create solutions to planning issues
- Possess a tertiary qualification in Urban and Regional Planning or equivalent
- Have gained comprehensive knowledge of town planning principles and Western Australian statutory planning legislation, procedures, policies and practices with an ability to interpret plans
- Display highly developed interpersonal, communication, networking and relationship building skills with an ability to provide a natural customer service approach
- Have the ability to work constructively with others in a team environment and to liaise effectively with a range of stakeholders
- Show analytical ability and skills in creative thinking, independent research, negotiation and problem-solving
- Demonstrate developed project management, planning and organisational skills, including the ability to work under pressure, prioritise work and meet challenging timeframes
- Have good computer literacy skills
- Possess a valid class c driver’s licence
- Have previous experience in Planning in Local Government or similar role desirable
Give back to the community – opportunity to work for a local government to improve the lives of those in its community
Flexibility – opportunity for a real work-life balance
Fantastic culture – Be part of an organisation which priorities its workplace culture
Contract role – have the freedom and flexibility to work around personal commitments
Does this sound like your next role? Planning officers who are looking to step up to a senior role are encouraged to apply. Click “ Apply Now ” or alternatively for more information please contact Sam or Rad on 08 9215 3814 or at samantha@choiceone.com.au
