Development Assessment Planner

Richmond Valley Council; Evans Head; On-site; AUD 97,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport

Free yoga and meditation

Health & Wellbeing Day

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Richmond Valley Council is seeking a Development Assessment Planner for a term contract in Casino. The role focuses on processing and determining Development Applications, with professional planning advice and collaboration across teams to achieve timely outcomes.

This position is full-time under a term contract until 4 February 2028, offering a 70-hour fortnight and a salary range of $96,928 to $111,467 per year plus 12% superannuation. Applications close 07-Sep-2026.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Flexible, adaptable and responsive to change.
• Able to work well within a small team and autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Process, assess and determine Development Applications in accordance with statutory provisions, council planning documents, policies and guidelines.
• Provide professional planning advice and work collaboratively with internal teams, applicants and the community to support timely, consistent and effective development assessment outcomes.

Skills

Strong communicator

Flexible

Autonomous worker

Job description

Term Contract Full Time - Casino

The Richmond Valley is in the heart of the Northern Rivers, with wide open spaces and room to grow. We're a down-to-earth, friendly community - where you can still enjoy the welcome of a country town, a family holiday by the beach, or a campfire under the open sky.

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Development Assessment Planner to join our team on a term contract and contribute to the delivery of quality planning outcomes across the Richmond Valley region.

The primary purpose of this role is to process, assess and determine Development Applications in accordance with statutory provisions, Council planning documents, policies and guidelines. You will provide professional planning advice and work collaboratively with internal teams, applicants and the community to support timely, consistent and effective development assessment outcomes.

You'll be part of a supportive and collaborative team committed to achieving positive outcomes for our growing region, while gaining valuable local government planning experience within the diverse and vibrant Richmond Valley community.

If you are looking to expand your planning career in a progressive organisation while enjoying the lifestyle and opportunities of the Northern Rivers, we would love to hear from you.

About you

This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented, proactive professional with a safety-first focus and positive attitude. You are

• A strong communicator, both written and verbal
• Flexible, adaptable and responsive to change
• Able to work well within a small team and autonomously

About the role

Term contract: Until 4 February 2028

Full time: 70-hour fortnight

Salary: Range from $96,928 to $111,467 pa + 12% superannuation

Contact: Cherie Smith, Coordinator Planning Services

NOTE: Please read the role description for more information regarding key accountabilities of the role, essential qualifications and obligations.

What we offer

Richmond Valley Council offers a range of other benefits for its employees including:

• Fitness Passport
• Free yoga and meditation each week
• A fun Health & Wellbeing Day
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Applications close: 07-Sep-2026 11:30

Council is committed to creating a workforce that celebrates inclusion, diversity and equality. We believe our employees are a reflection of the diverse community we serve and are proud to support equal opportunities for all of the Richmond Valley.