ABOUT THE ROLE Please read all information carefully before applying . Under the general direction of the Manager Planning and Development this position will coordinate and process development applications and other planning matters, such as statutory planning amendments, in line with relevant legislative guidelines, best practices and Councils planning policies and procedures. The planner will provide accurate and efficient advice on all town planning and development related matters. Employment Status: Full Time, Permanent Award: Level 5 of the Queensland Local Government Industry (Stream A) Award State 2017 Salary Range: $93,137.00 to $96,126.00 gross per annum ABOUT YOU The successful candidate will have: | Essential Knowledge, skills and abilities | Demonstrated experience in interpreting, implementing and enforcing Federal and State legislative frameworks, policies and standards in relation to planning matters including but not limited to the following (as amended) being the; o Planning Act 2016 and Planning Regulation 2017 o State Planning Policy o Development Assessment Rules and the Ministers Guidelines and Rules o Queensland Development Code, and o Charters Towers Regional Council Local Laws and Policies. Extensive experience in liaising, consulting, negotiating and advising Councillors, Council staff, government agencies, the development industry and the general public about planning and development matters. Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrated presentation, conflict resolution and negotiation skills. Demonstrated analytical, research and investigative skills specifically related to planning, development assessment and/or strategy and policy development. Demonstrated computer skills/literacy with a working knowledge of a wide range of applications (i.e. Word, Outlook, Excel, Project, PowerPoint and other related programs). Demonstrated commitment to safe working practices, with the ability to identify, resolve and report workplace health and safety issues appropriately. Ability to devise innovative solutions and make decisions based on Council policy, project objective and technical considerations. | Essential Education/Qualifications | Tertiary qualifications in Urban and Regional Planning, Environmental Planning, or related field. | Essential Licences | Possession and maintenance of a Queensland C Class Driver Licence. MORE INFORMATION & QUESTIONS Council is committed to building an inclusive culture that respects and promotes human rights and diversity and acknowledges that we respectfully journey together to aspire to be an inclusive and capable organisation. We are an equal employment opportunity employer and place value on our diverse workforce. We encourage applicants representing all genders, ethnicities, ages, languages, sexual orientations, people with a disability, and those with family responsibilities to apply. For further information, please view the Position Description. For enquiries in relation to this vacancy, please call 07 4761 5300 or email careerscharterstowers.qld.gov.au . CLOSING DATE 11:59pm Tuesday, 15 April 2025. Late applications will only be accepted at the discretion of the Chief Executive Officer.
Job Title
Planner