Strategic Land Use Planner: Lead Growth & Environment

Hawkesbury City Council; Hawkesbury; On-site; AUD 118,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great working environment

Monthly rostered day off

Flexible work arrangements

Health and wellbeing program

Training and development opportunities

Long service leave after 5 years

Fitness passport option

Job summary

Hawkesbury City Council is seeking a qualified Town Planner to support the Strategic Land Use Team in the Windsor office. The role focuses on coordinating planning proposals, land use strategy and environmental management for the Hawkesbury area.

You will manage complex projects, work with multiple stakeholders and prepare reports for Council and executives. A degree in Town Planning and 6+ years' local government experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree qualification in Town Planning, Urban Planning or related discipline recognised by the Planning Institute of Australia.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic land use planning within Local Government or a comparable planning environment (typically 6+ years).
• Experience leading community consultation and stakeholder engagement

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and operate the Strategic Land Use Team within the Strategic Planning Branch.
• Assist in guiding sustainable growth, development and environmental management of the Hawkesbury area.
• Manage multiple complex projects concurrently and coordinate with stakeholders.
• Prepare reports for Council and Executive and liaise with consultants as required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Written communication

Communication skills

Education

Town Planning degree

Job description

Hawkesbury City Council is seeking a qualified Town Planner to support the Strategic Land Use Team in the Windsor office. The role focuses on coordinating planning proposals, land use strategy and environmental management for the Hawkesbury area.

You will manage complex projects, work with multiple stakeholders and prepare reports for Council and executives. A degree in Town Planning and 6+ years' local government experience are essential.