Strategic Planning Lead – Growth & Coastal Development

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Rockhampton Regional

On-site

AUD 106,000 - 113,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

12.5% employer superannuation

Relocation assistance

4 weeks annual leave

17.5% annual leave loading

Salary packaging options

Flexible work arrangements

Compressed work week

Fortnightly RDO

Bank RDOs

72.5 hours per fortnight

Job summary

Livingstone Shire Council is seeking a Strategic Planning Officer based in Yeppoon, Queensland. You will lead and support major planning initiatives across land use, housing, infrastructure and environmental resilience, while engaging with stakeholders and using planning data to guide decisions.

You will report to the Principal Strategic Planner and contribute to sustainable growth and vibrant communities in the Livingstone Shire region.

Qualifications

Degree in Urban and Regional Planning or related discipline.
Experience in strategic or statutory planning with complex projects.
Ability to prepare policy and planning requirements.
Strong communication and documentation skills.
Experience with GIS and planning data systems.

Responsibilities

Develop and progress strategic planning frameworks across the region.
Provide planning guidance to officers, leaders and stakeholders.
Drive major planning projects including housing, infrastructure and environment.
Design and facilitate community and stakeholder consultations.
Produce briefing papers, reports and presentations.
Analyze demographic data and planning impacts to inform policy.