Community Planning Officer: Shape Sustainable Growth

Pulse Software; Swan Hill; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four weeks annual leave

Leave loading 17.5%

Personal leave 12 days

Parental and adoption leave

Long service leave

Superannuation 15%

Job summary

Swan Hill Rural City Council is seeking a Planning Officer to join the Development Team and deliver quality planning outcomes for the municipality. You will work on planning applications, provide advice to residents and developers, and contribute to sustainable regional growth.

You'll assess permit applications, conduct site inspections, prepare reports, and assist with planning scheme amendments while building strong community relationships.

Qualifications

• A qualification in Town Planning, Urban Studies or a related field (or currently studying with relevant experience).
• Knowledge of planning legislation and statutory planning processes.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Well-developed communication and report writing skills.
• A commitment to customer service and continuous improvement.
• A current Victorian Driver Licence.
• A Police Check will be conducted on the preferred applicant.

Responsibilities

• Assess planning permit applications.
• Provide planning advice to residents, developers and internal stakeholders.
• Conduct site inspections and prepare reports and recommendations.
• Assist with planning scheme amendments and compliance matters.
• Build positive relationships with the community and development industry.

Skills

Town Planning

Planning legislation knowledge

Organisational skills

Communication

Customer service

Driver licence

Police check

Education

Town Planning / Urban Studies degree

Job description

Swan Hill Rural City Council is seeking a Planning Officer to join the Development Team and deliver quality planning outcomes for the municipality. You will work on planning applications, provide advice to residents and developers, and contribute to sustainable regional growth.

You'll assess permit applications, conduct site inspections, prepare reports, and assist with planning scheme amendments while building strong community relationships.