Growth Area Statutory Planner | Hybrid Role

City of Casey; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 84,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

Professional development

Flexible work hours

Wellbeing program

Job summary

The City of Casey is seeking a dedicated Urban Planner to support growth area planning in Casey, providing quality and timely advice to Council, community and stakeholders. You will contribute to implementing the strategic planning framework to enhance Casey as a desirable place to live, invest and do business.

Key duties include preparing reports and correspondence, assessing planning applications, engaging with stakeholders including VCAT, and supporting policy development while staying up to

Qualifications

• Tertiary studies in Urban Planning, Town Planning or a related discipline.
• Curious mindset with willingness to improve technical planning skills.
• Customer service oriented with a team-first attitude and facilitative approach.
• Current Australian Driver's Licence.
• Willingness to undergo pre-employment checks including National Criminal History Check and Working with Children Check.

Responsibilities

• Prepare reports and correspondence, including draft Committee and Council reports and panel documentation.
• Assess and process planning applications, including investigations and compliance with statutory requirements.
• Engage with stakeholders, representing Council at meetings and forums.
• Support planning functions, contributing to policy development and staying up to date with legislation.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Communication

Education

Urban Planning degree

Job description

The City of Casey is seeking a dedicated Urban Planner to support growth area planning in Casey, providing quality and timely advice to Council, community and stakeholders. You will contribute to implementing the strategic planning framework to enhance Casey as a desirable place to live, invest and do business.

Key duties include preparing reports and correspondence, assessing planning applications, engaging with stakeholders including VCAT, and supporting policy development while staying up to