Senior Development Planner

Sutherland Shire Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness passport

Employee assistance program

Annual flu shots

Health and wellbeing programme

Novated lease options

Job summary

Sutherland Shire Council is seeking a Senior Development Planner to guide the development process and provide expert planning advice to the Planning Managers and Director of Planning. You will manage development applications from initiation to completion, coordinating with multiple stakeholders and producing high-quality reports for planning panels.

You will liaise with stakeholders, negotiate outcomes, and may act as an expert witness in legal proceedings.

Qualifications

• Strong background in urban planning and handling complex development applications.
• Excellent project management skills and stakeholder engagement.
• Thorough understanding of relevant planning legislation and processes.

Responsibilities

• Guide the development process and provide expert advice to Planning Managers and the Director of Planning.
• Lead the management of development applications from initiation to completion, coordinating with stakeholders.
• Produce comprehensive reports for planning panels and committees to facilitate clear communication of assessments.
• Liaise with stakeholders, negotiate outcomes, and act as an expert witness in legal proceedings when necessary.
• Rotate through teams to support the development services unit and, when required, act as Team Leader.

Skills

Strong project management

Stakeholder collaboration

Legislation knowledge

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Urban Planning

Job description

• Provide expert guidance on development-related matters to ensure informed decision-making.
• Lead the management of development applications from initiation to completion, coordinating with various stakeholders.
• Produce high-quality reports for planning panels and committees to facilitate clear communication of assessments.
• Deliver exceptional customer service, offering expert advice on processes and regulations in the Sutherland Shire.

About Us

Sutherland Shire Council is committed to enhancing the quality of life for our community through effective planning and development services. Our team works collaboratively to ensure that development aligns with the needs and aspirations of our residents.

Joining us means being part of a forward-thinking organisation that values innovation, sustainability, and community engagement. We are dedicated to providing opportunities for professional growth and development.

About The Role

The Senior Development Planner plays a crucial role in guiding the development process within the Sutherland Shire. This position involves providing expert advice to Council's Planning Managers and the Director of Planning, managing development applications, producing comprehensive reports, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation. The role also includes liaising with stakeholders, negotiating outcomes, and acting as an expert witness in legal proceedings when necessary.

In this position, you will rotate through teams to support the efficient functioning of the development services unit, ensuring responsiveness to changing business needs. Your leadership capabilities will shine as you may also act as Team Leader when required.

Who We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in urban planning, with significant experience in assessing and reporting on complex development applications. You should possess excellent project management skills, a thorough understanding of relevant legislation, and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.

• Tertiary qualifications in Urban Planning or a related field.
• Significant experience in local government planning functions.
• Strong knowledge of the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979.
• Experience in dealing with Land and Environment Court matters.

Candidates with negotiation or mediation qualifications, and additional qualifications in urban design or ecological assessment will be highly regarded. Your ability to interpret legislation and make sound decisions will be essential in this role.

• Package: An attractive salary package will be negotiated with the successful candidate.
• Hours of work: Permanent Full Time Working 35 hours per week. You will have the option of a 19 day month with Council's ADO system (Accrued Day Off).
• To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Reach out to Grant Rayner (Development Assessment and Certification Manager) [e-mail] for any job specific enquiries.
Alison Wady, (Talent Acquisition Business Partner) [e-mail] can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks, and will also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Council is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the NSW Government's Child Safe Standards are incorporated in our procedures, practices, programs, and events.

Sutherland Shire Council values the skills and attributes Veterans can bring to our Council. We understand that transitioning to roles outside of Defence can feel challenging. If you're unsure where to begin or would appreciate guidance throughout the application process, please don't hesitate to contact us.