Job description
About the Organisation:
Our Client has demonstrated resilience and commitment to the community, navigating challenges such as bushfires and the pandemic while continuing to provide high-quality planning services. The team prides itself on fostering a supportive and respectful work environment, underpinned by collaboration and transparency. With modern office spaces in Bairnsdale, hybrid work flexibility, and strong professional development opportunities, this is an excellent setting to grow your career.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the statutory planning team, ensuring efficient and effective service delivery.
- Mentor and support team members, fostering a culture of learning and professional growth.
- Promote a customer-focused approach, ensuring positive engagement with stakeholders.
- Prepare reports and manage complex planning permit applications.
- Represent the organisation at VCAT and other relevant forums.
An exciting leadership opportunity is available for an experienced statutory planner to oversee a high-performing team dedicated to delivering exceptional planning services. In this role, you will be responsible for managing development approvals, facilitating pre-application meetings, and ensuring the smooth day-to-day operations of the team.
- Hold a degree in Town Planning or a related field, with experience in land use planning.
- Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Possess in-depth knowledge of planning legislation and regulatory processes.
- Exhibit confidence in making independent decisions and providing expert guidance.
- Have a proactive approach to leadership and mentoring.
- A police check will be required for the successful candidate.
- Applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.
- This is a permanent, full-time position based in Bairnsdale.
- Relocation assistance may be offered to the right candidate.
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