Senior Development Planner

At Singleton Council, our employee promise is simple: ADD VALUE. BE VALUED. 
 
As an employee of Singleton Council, you will join an engaged, safe, sustainable and performing (ESSP) workforce who work collectively to create community. 

Singleton Council has a long and proud history. From our agricultural foundations to our abundant natural resources, we are more than just New South Wales’ largest producer of coal. Singleton has developed into the economic beating heart of the State and a centre of industry, heritage, tourism and community.

Here at Council, we offer a wide range of services, supporting our community vision to be vibrant, progressive, connected, sustainable and resilient.

We’re committed to providing an environment where everyone has the opportunity to contribute their unique skills and expertise to make a meaningful impact, while also recognising and appreciating your valuable contributions and ensuring you feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.

ADD VALUE - THE ROLE

Are you an experienced Development Planner with a passion for People Leadership? Are you looking for the next step in your career? 

The Senior Development Planner is responsible for the assessment of development applications and provision of quality customer service to the community and developers. You will also manage complex planning and development related matters.

In addition to the normal day-to-day responsibilities of a Senior Development Planner, you will:

• Undertake peer review of reports prepared by development planners
• Provide both written and verbal advice in relation to, land use, zoning, permissibility and compliance with relevant legislation and Council policies
• Attend and chair pre-lodgement meetings; issuing minutes as required
• Consult and negotiate with the public, developers, and government authorities
• Mentor and support development planners
• Represent Council in Land and Environment Court proceedings

To be successful in this role you will have a degree or diploma in Town Planning complemented by extensive experience in the assessment of development applications, comprehensive knowledge of the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979, Local Government Act 1993 and associated legislation and the ability to provide advice and guidance to development planners in relation to the processing of development applications and interpretation of legislation.

As a Senior Development Planner, you will report to the Coordinator of Planning and Development Services, lead a small team and have the support of dedicated administration officers with the flexibility to balance work and life through a range of options to suit a variety of situations. 

This position is offered on a permanent, full-time basis working 35 hours per week.

Remuneration package for this position is based on Grade 14 of Council's Salary System Protocol which equates to a base salary of $106,329 - $119,606 plus a vehicle allowance of $17,639.77 and superannuation per annum totaling a TRP of $138,225 - $153,029.

BE VALUED - THE REWARD

Your wellbeing benefits include:   

• Swell Program (Safe + Well at Singleton Council)
• Health + Wellbeing Leave
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flu Vaccinations + Skin Checks 

Your flexible work benefits may include:

• Work from home
• Rostered Day Off
• 9-day fortnight
• 4-day week

Your leave benefits include:     

• Concessional Leave between Christmas and New Year
• Annual Leave
• Sick + Carer’s Leave
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Purchase of Additional Annual Leave
• Parental Leave
• Domestic + Family Violence Leave

Your development benefits include:   

• Training Courses + Professional Development
• Education Assistance
• Leadership Development Program
• Emerging Leaders Program
• 'Grow our Own' Program

Your reward + recognition benefits include:   

• ESSPecialist Program Awards
• Service Awards
• Be Valued Recognition Program

WANT TO KNOW MORE? 

To find out about all the amazing things Singleton Council is doing to add value to our community click here to explore our webpages.

Do you want to be valued at Singleton Council?  Click here to check out our careers page and to see what is on offer.

For further information regarding this role please see the position description.

INTERESTED?

For a confidential conversation about this exciting opportunity contact Sarah Boyton, Coordinator Planning and Development Services on 02 6578 7519. 

To be eligible for this role you MUST have the Right to Work in Australia.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE WEDNESDAY 29 JANUARY 2025.