Senior Planner, Industrial & Infrastructure Projects

Department of State Development, Infrastructure, Local Government and Planning QLD; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of State Development, Infrastructure, Local Government and Planning QLD Brisbane is seeking a Senior Planner to join the Planning Services team within the Office of the Coordinator-General (OCG). You will facilitate large-scale industrial projects in State Development Areas (SDAs) across Queensland, providing expert advice on land use and infrastructure planning under the SDPWO Act 1971.

You will lead specialist assessment work, engage with state agencies, councils and industry,

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist development assessment advice across all stages of the assessment process in SDAs and other statutory processes under the State Development and Public Works Organisation Act 1971
• Undertake, and lead research, analysis and interpretation of complex land use planning and policy issues relating to significant industrial development, major projects and infrastructure planning
• Collaborate, communicate and build productive relationships with stakeholders, including state agencies, councils, infrastructure providers, industry proponents, and the community, and represent the Department in meetings and forums as required
• Contribute to project delivery through leading and implementing effective administrative and statutory processes, and proactively contributing to business improvement initiatives
• Assist in the preparation and management of projects and contracts, including the procurement and oversight of technical consultants undertaking major economic, engineering, environmental and planning studies
• Demonstrate commitment to the Department's corporate values of strong customer service, teamwork, open communication, leadership and innovation.

Job description

The Department of State Development, Infrastructure, Local Government and Planning QLD Brisbane is seeking a Senior Planner to join the Planning Services team within the Office of the Coordinator-General (OCG). You will facilitate large-scale industrial projects in State Development Areas (SDAs) across Queensland, providing expert advice on land use and infrastructure planning under the SDPWO Act 1971.

You will lead specialist assessment work, engage with state agencies, councils and industry,