Tamworth Development Assessment Planner

Tamworth Regional Council; Tamworth; On-site; AUD 78,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Tamworth Regional Council in Tamworth, NSW, is seeking Development Assessment Planners for multiple opportunities. We welcome both graduates and experienced planners to join a progressive council serving a dynamic community.

Responsibilities include assessing development applications, engaging with developers, consultants, and the public, and coordinating with staff and agencies to deliver community, economic and environmental outcomes under Blueprint 100. Salary details follow.

Qualifications

• Degree and Post Graduate Diploma OR 4 Year Degree in Planning or related discipline
• Driver Licence
• Experience in assessing a range of Development Applications using relevant legislation
• Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team
• Demonstrated skillset in identifying work priorities and applying time management techniques
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely progression and review of development applications through the assessment process
• Undertake planning and regulatory functions in accordance with the EPA Act and Local Government Act
• Organise resources and activities to meet deadlines and service standards
• Address all customer queries and complaints received in Council’s corporate systems
• Assist frontline Development Hub and Customer Service Officers in their responses to customer enquiries
• Ensure accurate records are maintained in Council's corporate systems for all queries and complaints

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Time management

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Degree in Planning

Postgraduate Diploma in Planning

Job description

Tamworth Regional Council in Tamworth, NSW, is seeking Development Assessment Planners for multiple opportunities. We welcome both graduates and experienced planners to join a progressive council serving a dynamic community.

Responsibilities include assessing development applications, engaging with developers, consultants, and the public, and coordinating with staff and agencies to deliver community, economic and environmental outcomes under Blueprint 100. Salary details follow.