Principal Planner (Gr J)

Who You Are

You are an agile and ambitious planning professional dedicated to achieving the best possible outcomes for the community. With the capability to thrive in a networked organization, you are committed to continuous improvement in alignment with the Council’s corporate plan. Your career goal is to progress within the planning discipline, with the motivation to enhance your qualifications and experience through set career grade schemes.

What the job involves

This role involves supporting the Strategic Planning and Infrastructure team in areas including Development Management, Planning Enforcement, and Spatial Planning. You will manage planning applications, appeals, and enforcement cases while preparing policy documents and engaging with the community. By providing advice and preparing reports, you will help ensure the successful implementation of planning policies. Interacting closely with colleagues and stakeholders, you will deliver excellent customer service and address community concerns effectively.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Analytical and innovative problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills
• Professional planning knowledge
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Commitment to personal and professional development
• Experience in policy, project, and development management