INSPIRED BY LIFESTYLE. DRIVEN BY OPPORTUNITY. Vacancy Number ER1668 Position Title Planner Employment Status Permanent, Full Time- Multiple positions available Department Planning and Regulation Location Bundall Award Classification Stream A, Level 5 to 6 depending on experience. Salary $90,807 to $ 103,981 Plus Super depending on experience. Hours 36 hours per week, 9-day Fortnight About the team: Located in the Planning and Regulation Department, the City Development Branch promotes sustainable development throughout the city to benefit residents and the environment. The Branch is responsible for the assessment of development applications. Responsibilities also include the provision of planning and building advice, development assessment and improvement, infrastructure change review, developer contributions, infrastructure compliance and planning appeals and research. About your new role: As a Planner you will provide professional support in ensuring the development of the city is in accordance with current planning, environmental principles and guidelines to ensure that the general public developers, consultants, council personnel and Government agencies are fully advised of and comply with the requirements of the Corporate Plan, City Plan, relevant Acts and Council Policies. The position works under the general direction of the Coordinator Development Assessment, with the supervision dependent on the occupants experience. Key deliverables of the position: Create a positive workplace culture by encouraging constructive collaboration to achieve positive City outcomes. Assess Material Change of Use (MCU) and Reconfiguring a Lot (ROL) development applications in accordance with relevant legislation and City Plan. Prepare planning reports which demonstrate a comprehensive and logical assessment of development applications has been undertaken against the relevant legislation and the City Plan. Provide a high level of customer service and ensure prompt responses to written and verbal requests. Engage with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. Provide general advice about planning matters and be able to direct customers to the appropriate source. We''re looking for people who have: A Bachelor Degree of Town Planning or equivalent knowledge Are passionate, enthusiastic and motivated to work in a dynamic environment. Developed interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, including negotiation, consultation and presentation skills. The ability to research, analyse and investigate by seeking relevant facts, sourcing appropriate information and identifying workable solutions. The ability to work independently and within a team environment and foster good relationships with other team members. Have the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise in a planning environment. Be able to deliver high quality service to customers (internal and external) and understand/respond to customer expectations appropriately. Be proficient in technology and are able to adapt to new systems and processes. Be part of shaping the Gold Coast''s future The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia. We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia and we have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance: 9-day fortnight Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid/work from home options, flexible working hours and locations Personal and professional development courses Access to 350 fitness facilities through Fitness Passport 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or an immediate family member 1 free nutritionist and financial advice session per year We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community. We''re committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture. How to apply: For more information, view the position brief by Upload your Resume with a Cover Letter (of no more than 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes would allow you to achieve success in this role. Documents needs to be less than 2MB in size and PDF format is preferred. If you encounter technical issues when applying, please email recruitment@goldcoast.qld.gov.au Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing. Contact Person Nathan Griffey Contact Number ngriffey@goldcoast.qld.gov.au Closing Date Thursday 23rd April 2025 Please note applications for all of our vacancies close at 10.30pm on the listed closing date. The City of Gold Coast is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are committed to supporting an environment where all employees, regardless of their differences or similarities, feel valued, respected and supported. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons are encouraged to apply.
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Planner