Planning Officer

Department for Housing and Urban Development; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department for Housing and Urban Development in South Australia is seeking a PO2-level planner to support the Commission Assessment Team within the Planning and Building Directorate. You will assist colleagues on a range of projects to advance the agency’s planning objectives and contribute to shaping Greater Adelaide for decades.

You will work under professional direction, interpret policy, engage with stakeholders, and deliver timely, well-informed decisions.

Qualifications

• A recognised degree or postgraduate qualification in planning or related field.
• Ability to interpret, review and implement policy, legislation and regulations.
• Work under professional direction, plan and coordinate activities, set priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to develop collaborative relationships with stakeholders, internal and external to government.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to handle high volumes of work and deadlines.
• Experience in planning-related roles such as urban design, social/public policy or environmental planning.

Responsibilities

• Assist and support colleagues on projects to meet agency planning objectives.
• Report to a Team Leader and work under the direction of senior staff.
• Contribute to shaping South Australia’s future communities and Greater Adelaide development.

Skills

Policy interpretation

Communication skills

Planning coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Decision making

Time management

Education

Urban Regional Planning degree

Postgraduate planning qualification

Job description

Who are we: Our department’s primary objective is the delivery of homes and housing options for South Australians. In response to the national housing crisis, we are committed to accelerating the build of a diverse range of housing options. We strive to find solutions to the urgent demand for housing security. Our mission focuses on coordinating various portfolios related to housing, housing infrastructure, urban development, and planning. By ensuring sound decisions and efficient management, we strive to create sustainable, well-planned communities offering safe and affordable housing options. Join us in our endeavour to address one of the most pressing challenges of our time and make a tangible difference in the lives of our community.

The Role:

This role will provide positive contribution the Commission Assessment Team within the Planning and Building Directorate and is responsible for assisting and supporting colleagues on a range of projects and programs to support the agency planning objectives. The role reports to a Team Leader and works under the professional direction of more senior staff but is required to demonstrate and apply appropriate levels of initiative in relation to professional practices. Support is also provided to colleagues on a range of projects and programs. This is your opportunity to shape South Australia’s future communities and the development of Greater Adelaide for decades.

About You:

• A recognised degree or post graduate qualification that supports the relevant discipline of planning and development or related field.
• Ability to interpret, review and implement policy, legislation and regulations.
• Ability to work under professional direction, independently or as part of a team, plan and coordinate activities, set priorities, achieve objectives within deadlines and make timely and well-informed decisions.
• Demonstrated and strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to develop collaborative and effective working relationships with a range of stakeholders, internal and external to government.
• Strong organisational skills and proven ability to determine priorities, cope effectively with high volumes of work and to meet deadlines.
• Experience working in a planning related role or related field such as urban design, social planning, public policy or environmental planning.

Essential Qualifications:

• PO (Professional Officer) positions require relevant qualifications in Urban Regional Planning, Social Planning, Urban Design, Environmental Planning, Economic Development, Transport Planning or other related fields.

Special Conditions:

Successful applicants may be required to obtain a satisfactory Department of Human Services Criminal History Check or National Police Check prior to employment. A renewal will be required every 3 years.

Remuneration:

PO2 - $94,769 min - $109,787 max p.a. plus 12% superannuation.

Enquiries:

For all confidential enquiries, please contact Andrew Houlihan, Manager Commission Assessment at [email protected] or 7133 2510.