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About The Role Full time fixed term for six months Band 5: Annual salary range $78,691 to $90,266 + 12% superannuation Secondments from other councils supported Based in Leongatha with flexible/hybrid options available Would you like to become a valued member of our enthusiastic Planning team? As Statutory Planning Officer you will be enthusiastic and passionate about rural, urban, environmental, tourism and economic development issues in South Gippsland. This role will provide an efficient and effective customer focussed statutory planning service to the community that will encourage the sustainable growth of South Gippsland Shire Council. Key Responsibilities Include Assessing planning permit applications and responding to statutory planning-based customer enquiries. Making recommendations on statutory planning matters including planning enforcement. Administering Planning Scheme policies and other planning controls which encourage sustainable development. Communicating with all stakeholders to foster an understanding of planning processes. Ensuring a high standard of service delivery in the entire range of planning services. Preparing and presenting reports to Council, VCAT and Panel Hearings. About You A tertiary degree in Town and/or Regional Planning or similar. Appreciation of matters involved in assessing Rural, Urban and Coastal, commercial and industrial development applications. Problem solving, decision making and analytical skills. Strong customer service focus. Well developed written and verbal communication skills. About Us South Gippsland Shire Council offers a friendly and professional workplace with values based leadership. We put our customer at the centre of all we do and strive to deliver exceptional projects and services to our community. Our region provides a perfect blend of coast and country. Enjoy green rolling hills, wind-swept beaches and the world-famous Wilsons Prom, right on your doorstep. Our values - Accountability, Customer Focus and Excellence - are present in everything we do and how we do it. We seek like-minded colleagues to join our team who are committed to these values and culture. WHY YOU''LL LOVE WORKING WITH US! Work-life balance with flexible working arrangements Rostered Days Off offered for full time roles Ongoing training and professional development opportunities South Gippsland is an organisation that is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. We offer flexibility and a welcoming work environment Enjoy a variety of changing health and well-being programs and initiatives including flu vaccinations and health checks, discounted gym memberships and Social Club Diverse range of exciting career paths in full time, part time or casual positions Mentoring, coaching and secondments Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Program Opportunity to purchase additional leave Annual Enterprise Agreement salary increments Family Violence Support and Leave Provisions South Gippsland Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity employer and aims to provide all necessary support to ensure that all abilities and backgrounds are not disadvantaged in the recruitment process. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, please feel free to identify yourself as a person with different needs in your application and indicate what type of reasonable adjustment you require. Alternatively you can contact a member of the People & Culture team and specify your requirements. All councillors, employees, students, agency staff, contractors and volunteers are required to act in accordance with equal opportunity, anti-discrimination, harassment, vilification and child safety legislation. South Gippsland Shire Council is committed to safeguarding children and young people. We all have a responsibility to ensure our workplaces are respectful, safe and inclusive and free of all forms of unlawful and unacceptable behaviours. By applying for this role you agree to the above. Please be advised any representation via an agency will not be considered. #J-18808-Ljbffr