Development Assessment Planner

About us

The beautiful Eurobodalla Shire is located on Yuin Country on the far south coast of NSW and offers an enviable coastal lifestyle with easy access to Canberra and Sydney. From our beaches to our bushlands, rivers and mountains, the Eurobodalla is a place of inclusive communities embracing sustainable lifestyles.

With 143km of coastline, 83 beaches, 20 lakes and four major river systems, Eurobodalla is known as the land of many waters. Over three-quarters of our land area is open space, consisting of 10 national parks and 15 state forests.

Over 40,000 people call the Eurobodalla Shire home, and we attract over 1.2 million visitors every year.

About the role

This position is a full-time role in the Development Services team, based at the Moruya Administration Office to provide advice and undertake assessment on planning and regulatory matters. This role will ensure compliance with Council policies and statutory requirements in the protection, preservation and enhancement of the natural and built environment. Your main duties will include:

• Liaising with internal and external customers in providing technical information and advice on Council’s planning, building and environment policies and practices. 
• Assessing of legal/professional development applications.
• Take initiative negotiating and resolving disputes and complaints.
• Prepare reports and attend Council meetings when required.
• Conduct special assignments relating to complex matters.
• Lead cadets within their professional development.

Salary Information

Total remuneration for the role is in the range of $91,853.58 to $112,293.96 gross per annum comprising:

• $82,379.89 to $100,712.07 base salary
• $9,473.69 to $11,581.89 superannuation (calculated at 11.5%)

A fully maintained Council leaseback vehicle (including full private usage) is also available with this position!

Appointment to this position is subject to the following:

• A satisfactory outcome as a result of a National Criminal History Record Check.
• Medical clearance to verify that you are safely able to undertake the duties of the position.

What we offer

We promote equal access to opportunities and pride ourselves on creating a safe and engaging working environment that fosters wellbeing. We are dedicated to looking after our staff, knowing our people are our biggest asset, to ensure we are best placed to look after our community.

Culture and benefits

• Work/life balance through a range of flexible work options.
• 35 hours per week for administrative staff and 38 hours per week for operational staff.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives including access to free counselling through our Employee Assistance Program, Uprise Wellbeing App, Fitness Passport, Social Club, flu vaccinations and skin checks.
• Up to 3 days leave to cover Council closure at end of year period.
• 9 weeks Council provided paid maternity leave (conditional).
• Generous leave provisions including Long Service Leave after 5 years of continuous service, study leave and 3 weeks sick leave annually.
• Annual Award increases, performance reviews and a rewards and recognition program.
• Salary packaging program.

About you

Are you a strong communicator with excellent initiative and judgement? This role will be a great opportunity to use your knowledge of building, planning and environmental legislation and put your problem-solving skills to work. Our ideal candidate will have a natural ability to interpret and convey important information and must demonstrate the following:

• Tertiary qualifications in town planning, environmental planning or equivalent.
• Computer literacy with specific expertise in MS office and GIS mapping.
• Experience in negotiation and/or mediation.
• Application of interpersonal skills.

Please read the Information Package for full details. If you have any further questions about the role, please contact Katrena Fuller on (02) 4474 1211.

To apply for this position, please complete the form below or go to the Eurobodalla Shire Council Vacant Positions website page if you found this vacancy via a job search website.

Applications close: 11:00pm on Sunday 24 November 2024.

Confirmation of personal identity and working rights:

As part of the recruitment process, should you be successful in obtaining an interview, you will be required to bring with you an original Government issued photo ID for the interview Panel to sight.

Should you then move to the next stage of the recruitment process after interview, you will be required to produce documentation that proves your working rights in Australia, such as a passport, birth certificate, driver’s licence, proof of permanent residency or temporary VISA grant notice.

Please note there is no ability to save your application partway through. Please ensure you have enough time to complete your application prior to starting, by considering and preparing your answers to the selection criteria questions shown below in advance.