Lead Land Use Planning Coordinator — Strategic Impact

MidCoast Council

Taree

On-site

AUD 124,000 - 136,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

MidCoast Council, based in Taree on the Barrington Coast, seeks an experienced Coordinator Land Use Planning to lead a team of planning professionals and influence the strategic direction across housing, infrastructure, environment and sustainable growth. Permanent, full-time and based in Taree, this role offers a meaningful contribution to the MidCoast community.

You will lead, mentor and develop staff, coordinate priorities with the Manager Land Use Planning, and represent the team to

Qualifications

Tertiary qualifications in Urban and Regional Planning or a related discipline.
Experience leading, mentoring and developing planning professionals.
Experience coordinating strategic planning projects and delivering team priorities.
Strong communication, consultation, relationship-building and influencing skills.
Sound knowledge of planning legislation and strong organisational and project management skills.

Responsibilities

Lead, support and develop a team of planning professionals.
Coordinate the team’s work program with the Manager Land Use Planning and deliver departmental priorities.
Support the Manager and leadership team with strategic, operational and specialist planning matters.
Provide advice and represent the team with Councillors, the community, Council staff, consultants and government agencies.
Promote a positive team culture, manage competing priorities and support continuous improvement.