Senior Development Planner

Maitland City Council; Maitland City Council; Vor Ort; AUD 116.000 - 129.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Flexible work arrangements

My Leave +1 week per year

Ongoing training and development

Fitness Passport

Healthy Employee Program

Zusammenfassung

Maitland City Council is seeking an experienced Senior Development Planner for a temporary, part-time role. You will assess complex development applications, apply planning expertise, and advise on council policies across the Maitland area.

The six-month contract offers 24 hours weekly (or 48 hours per fortnight) with a pro-rata salary of $116,437 to $129,245 per year plus 12% superannuation. Flexible hours may be available subject to operations.

Qualifikationen

• Degree in Town Planning or related discipline.
• Significant experience assessing complex development applications.
• Strong knowledge of Environmental Planning and Assessment Act.
• Ability to interpret planning controls and provide sound recommendations.
• Current Class C driver license.

Aufgaben

• Assess and manage a range of complex development applications and planning matters.
• Provide clear, practical advice to support quality development outcomes.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of development assessment processes.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports and recommendations.

Kenntnisse

Development planning

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Time management

Ausbildung

Degree qualifications in Town Planning or related discipline

Jobbeschreibung

City Council is seeking an experienced Senior Development Planner to join our Development Planning team on a temporary, part-time basis.

In this senior role, you will assess and manage a range of complex development applications and planning matters, providing well-considered advice that supports quality development outcomes across the Maitland local government area. You will apply your technical planning expertise and sound judgement to interpret relevant legislation, planning instruments and Council policies, while working collaboratively with applicants, consultants, internal stakeholders and the broader community.

The role provides specialist advice and support to other members of the team, contribute to the continuous improvement of development assessment processes, and prepare clear, accurate reports and recommendations.

This is a six-month temporary contract, working 24 hours per week or 48 hours per fortnight. There may be flexibility in how the part-time hours are worked, subject to operational requirements.

The Opportunity:

City Council is seeking an experienced Senior Development Planner to join our Development Planning team on a temporary, part-time basis.

In this senior role, you will assess and manage a range of complex development applications and planning matters, providing well-considered advice that supports quality development outcomes across the Maitland local government area. You will apply your technical planning expertise and sound judgement to interpret relevant legislation, planning instruments and Council policies, while working collaboratively with applicants, consultants, internal stakeholders and the broader community.

The role provides specialist advice and support to other members of the team, contribute to the continuous improvement of development assessment processes, and prepare clear, accurate reports and recommendations.

This is a six-month temporary contract, working 24 hours per week or 48 hours per fortnight. There may be flexibility in how the part-time hours are worked, subject to operational requirements.

About you:

To succeed in this role, you will be an experienced development planning professional with the technical knowledge and confidence to assess complex development proposals and provide clear, practical advice.

• Degree qualifications in Town Planning or a related discipline
• Significant experience assessing complex development applications
• Strong working knowledge of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act and relevant planning legislation
• The ability to interpret planning controls, identify key issues and provide sound recommendations
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• A current Class C driver licence

Benefits:

This is a temporary, part-time role for six months, working 24 hours per week, with a full-time equivalent salary range of $116,437 to $129,245 per year, plus 12% superannuation. The salary will be paid on a pro-rata basis according to the hours worked.

Council also offers a range of other benefits for its employees, including:

• Flexible work arrangements
• One extra week of "My Leave" a year (to use how you like!)
• Ongoing training and development
• Fitness Passport
• Healthy Employee Program

Applications close: Friday 16th October 2026

Only candidates with current Australian work rights (Australian citizens, permanent residents, NZ citizens with a current passport, valid work visa) will be considered.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Maitland City Council is dedicated to providing a workplace that is inclusive and supportive and is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We support equal opportunities for all employees, and encourage applications from people from all cultures, nationalities, identities, and abilities. We believe all employees have the right to feel valued, respected and heard. If you have any special considerations or accessibility requirements, please let us know in the recruitment process how we are able to meet your needs.

If you require special assistance, or have any questions about the recruitment process please contact us for a confidential conversation (***********@maitland.nsw.gov.au)