Senior Strategic Planner

Senior Strategic Planner
Attractive Salary Remuneration Ranging from $109,450.12 - $127,198.88 + 11.5% Superannuation per year
Work From Home Opportunities
Work a 35-hour Week with Variable Days Off Every 4 Weeks

About Us

Wingecarribee Shire Council is the Local Government Authority (LGA) for the beautiful Southern Highlands of New South Wales. With a population of over 50,000 people, Wingecarribee Shire has much to offer both the individual and family alike. We are a thriving regional centre located midway between Sydney, Canberra and Wollongong and are widely recognised for our balance of natural scenery and rich diversity of lifestyle choices from our historical past to modern amenities, all at your doorstep. Wingecarribee Shire is a great place to explore the abundance of outdoor activities or to raise a family with a range of excellent health and educational options for all ages. It’s the place to be!

Our Values of R E S P E C T - Resilience Empathy Sustainability Pride Efficiency Courage and Teamwork drive the way we work!

The Opportunity

The position of Senior Strategic Planner will be responsible for managing a range of major and complex strategic land use and planning policy projects and tasks, including the preparation of strategic plans and amendments to the strategic planning framework, providing timely and effective planning information and inclusive community consultation activities. The role is responsible for ensuring that policies and strategies provide for the development and maintenance of a high quality natural and built environment which value heritage, liveable communities and sustainable transport.

Essential Criteria

1. Tertiary qualifications in Town Planning, Urban and Regional Planning, Urban Design and/or equivalent.
2. Comprehensive working knowledge and understanding of policies, relevant environmental and planning legislation and regulations with the ability to identify community and stakeholders ’requirements to guide strategy, policy, plans and actions.
3. Experience in a senior role leading a multidisciplinary team of technical professionals on a range of planning projects.
4. Demonstrated project management skills that facilitates the development, implementation and continual monitoring of strategic projects, programs and initiatives.
5. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to critically analyse issues and develop and implement appropriate solutions.
6. Demonstrated well developed written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate with a range of stakeholders, both internal and external and to negotiate outcomes and resolve conflict.
7. Current Drivers Licence (Class C)

The Benefits

• Attractive Salary Remuneration + 11.5% Superannuation per year
• Variable Days Off every 4 weeks
• Time off for Blood Donors
• Flexible Working Arrangements - Working from Home Opportunities
• (4) Four weeks annual, (3) three weeks sick leave and (2) Two Health and Wellbeing days per annum
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Learning and development opportunities, including tertiary assistance
• Vaccination program including annual Flu vaccine
• Access to financial advice and guidance including advice from Active Super
• Annual Health Fair and opportunity to participate in the Johnny Warren & Les Murray Memorial Cup

How to Apply

For further information about the position or the application process, please contact Rachel Murray (Coordinator Strategy and Place) on 02 4863 5394. To apply, please ensure to submit the following documents:

• Resume: Provide your current resume, detailing your professional experience and qualifications.
• Statement of Claims: Address the essential criteria mentioned in the job description in a statement of claims format.
• Please Upload: Additional Tickets, Qualifications and Certificates relevant to the role.

Wingecarribee Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer that provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities, and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Applications are to be received by Sunday 16 February 2025.