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Development Assessment Officer

Coffs Harbour City Council

Date posted: August 19, 2024

Closes: Nov 17, 2024


About the role

The city is offering an exciting, fixed-term opportunity for twelve (12) months for a Development Assessment Officer to join our team. Work alongside our knowledgeable and experienced team to deliver key services to the Coffs community.

The ideal candidate will be experienced in assessing and determining a range of development applications including complex proposals and a high volume of "fast-track" proposals and have expertise to provide expert planning advice to consultants, developers, other directorates and external parties to ensure quality outcomes. If you have demonstrated knowledge of NSW Planning and Local Government Legislation and NSW Planning systems, this could be an advantage.

This is the role for you if you want to be a key part of "place shaping" the beautiful Coffs Coast for future generations!

For more information, please review the attached position description.

About you?

If you enjoy a dynamic and diverse role and can build strong relationships with your team and key stakeholders, this opportunity may be for you.

Requirements to be considered for the position include a relevant tertiary qualification and / or demonstrated relevant experience at an appropriate level (i.e. Town planning or related discipline), A National Construction Induction Certification (Whitecard) and a Current Class C driver's licence.

What's on offer?

  • Entry salary, $96K per annum + 11.5 % Superannuation
  • Fixed term 12-month Opportunity Full Time 35 per week
  • Brand new office location at Yarrila Place!
  • Options to accrue flex time and flexible working arrangements.

About us

The City of Coffs Harbour strives to ensure the community and visitors can enjoy and grow the City's opportunities. We empower our people to innovate and work collaboratively with accountability and respect at the core of our approach.

This is an excellent opportunity to be a part of a dynamic organisation and a thriving community in one of NSW's most beautiful regions. Check out the benefits of living on the Coffs Coast

Want to chat?

Please reach out to Luke Perry, Section Leader Development Assessment at luke.perry@chcc.nsw.gov.au or via phone (02) 6648 4649 to discuss the role in more detail.

If you have any queries about your application or the recruitment process, feel free to reach out to our Talent Acquisition Team via email at recruitment@chcc.nsw.gov.au

Want to apply?

The application process and further details, including the Position Description, can be found on our Careers Page: https://www.coffsharbour.nsw.gov.au/Your-Council/what-we-are-doing/Pages/Positions-Vacant.aspx

The City of Coffs Harbour is a place of rich diversity, where everyone is encouraged to apply, regardless of gender, ability, indigenous heritage, or cultural background

To apply for this job go to: https://coffsharbour.recruitmenthub.com.au/Positions-Vacant & enter ref code: 6647042.

Applications close 01 Sep 2024

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