Lead Town Planner - Development Assessment (Hybrid NSW)

Glen Innes Severn Council; Gold Coast City; Hybrid; AUD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive package up to $120,000 + Super

Relocation assistance up to $5,000

Flexible and hybrid work arrangements

Monthly RDO

Generous leave benefits including paid parental leave

Job summary

A regional local government authority in Queensland seeks a Senior Town Planner to lead development assessments and ensure compliance with planning legislation. The successful candidate will have 3-5 years of experience and a degree in Urban & Regional Planning. Offering a competitive package of up to $120,000 plus Super, the role includes flexible work options and a supportive team environment. Join to make a positive impact on the community’s growth and sustainability.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years' statutory planning experience ideally within local government.
• Class C driver's license required.
• Understanding of NSW planning legislation needed.

Responsibilities

• Supervising and mentoring the planning team.
• Assessing and determining development applications.
• Coordinating input from technical and consultant teams.
• Preparing high-quality planning reports.
• Representing Council in the NSW Land and Environment Court.

Skills

Statutory planning experience

Supervising or mentoring staff

Confidence in court representation

Collaborative mindset

Systems improvement drive

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Urban & Regional Planning

Job description

A regional local government authority in Queensland seeks a Senior Town Planner to lead development assessments and ensure compliance with planning legislation. The successful candidate will have 3-5 years of experience and a degree in Urban & Regional Planning. Offering a competitive package of up to $120,000 plus Super, the role includes flexible work options and a supportive team environment. Join to make a positive impact on the community’s growth and sustainability.