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Gateway Town Planner - Permanent, full-timeJoin to apply for the Gateway Town Planner - Permanent, full-time role at Careers at CouncilGateway Town Planner - Permanent, full-time1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Gateway Town Planner - Permanent, full-time role at Careers at CouncilGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Previous applicants need not applyBlacktown City is a growing and thriving city, located halfway between Sydney City and the Blue Mountains. With 450,000 residents, we are the largest and most diverse city in NSW, spread across 54 suburbs. Blacktown City is vibrant, dynamic and multicultural, home to a large First Nations community and people from more than 180 different birthplaces and languages.Blacktown, Non AU StateDescriptionPrevious applicants need not applyBlacktown City is a growing and thriving city, located halfway between Sydney City and the Blue Mountains. With 450,000 residents, we are the largest and most diverse city in NSW, spread across 54 suburbs. Blacktown City is vibrant, dynamic and multicultural, home to a large First Nations community and people from more than 180 different birthplaces and languages.With $24.8 billion regional economy, Blacktown City is also home to 35,000 businesses. Working at Blacktown City Council provides widespread, exciting professional opportunities. Our Council is leading the transformation of Blacktown City and Western Sydney. We are implementing a vision for a modern city, full of opportunity for our residents and businesses.Our Council is led by highly skilled and experienced professionals, working with talented and passionate teams across a diverse range of business units. We are delivering high quality, customer-focused services, experiences, and facilities, and leading a program of strategic planning, activity and investment.Blacktown City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.About The OpportunityWe are seeking a motivated and experienced Gateway Town Planner to join our Development Services Unit on a permanent, full-time basis.RequiredThe ideal candidate will have relevant experience in the assessment of development applications of varying complexity and typology and preferably with experience dealing directly with our customers. You will be required to:undertake the efficient processing of planning enquiries by responding to emails and phone enquiries, and by face to face particularly when on the duty rosterassist in the processing of pre-lodgement meetingsattend clearing house meetings and check incoming applications for completeness and to be on the duty roster for planning enquiriesundertake, if required, the efficient processing of development applications at any stage and other planning tasks in the Gateway or assessment team whilst ensuring compliance with Council''s statutory responsibilities, policies and procedures.EssentialQualifications and experienceTertiary qualification (Degree or Associate Diploma) in PlanningRelevant experience in duty planning enquiriesExperience in managing the needs of multiple stakeholdersExperience in development assessment and identification of unresolved planning mattersKnowledge of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, and the DPI White PaperUnderstanding of and experience in local government, planning and the development assessment processExcellent working knowledge of both Council and State Planning Controls that affect the CityProject management and case management skillsHigh level customer service and communication (oral and written) skills including negotiation and conflict resolution skills (includes problem solving); innovation; and people management skillsComputer literateAvailability to work flexible working hoursAbility to work in a team environmentCurrent class C drivers licence.DesirableMember of the Planning Institute of Australia (PIA)Significant experience in the delivery of development related services.Remuneration And BenefitsThe salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with Blacktown City Councils Enterprise Agreement.Entry level for this position starts at $1,867.95 per week35-hour working weekCar allowanceOpportunity to participate in Council''s flextime arrangementEmployee benefits such as leave entitlements (where applicable), 11.5% employer contribution payable to your nominated superannuation fund, Fitness Passport, gym membership discounts, and social clubs.Our commitment to safetyBlacktown City Council is committed to safety. We have introduced alcohol and other drug testing at the pre-employment phase, and via a series of random and cause testing.We are a child safe organisation that supports and promotes the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children.Position DescriptionClick here to view or download the position description.Apply now using our fast and easy-to-use online application process:Have your resume and any other relevant documentation ready to attach.Have a personal email address ready to use and complete your application without ''logging out'' of the system.Review the questions and decide on your responses before commencing your application. 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