Urban Planner – Development Assessment (Hybrid)

City of Gold Coast; Gold Coast City; Hybrid; AUD 94,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

Hybrid/work from home options

Flexible working hours and locations

Fitness Passport access

4 free confidential counselling per 1

Nutritionist and financial advice per

Job summary

The City of Gold Coast is seeking an enthusiastic Planner to join the Planning Assessment Unit within the City Development Branch. You will assess development applications and provide planning advice to ensure proposals meet planning requirements while contributing to the city’s growth.

Located in the Planning, Regulation and Services department, the role focuses on delivering professional planning services, guidance, and compliance across a range of development applications and policy

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Town Planning or related discipline.
• Strong understanding of planning processes and principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, negotiation and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver quality outcomes on time.

Responsibilities

• Assess MCU and ROL development applications per legislation and City Plan.
• Prepare clear, comprehensive planning reports.
• Provide timely, accurate planning advice to customers and stakeholders.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Respond to inquiries regarding planning matters in a professional manner.
• Contribute to a positive team culture through collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Support high-quality development outcomes aligned with Council objectives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Stakeholder engagement

Time management

Education

Bachelor Degree in Town Planning

Job description

The City of Gold Coast is seeking an enthusiastic Planner to join the Planning Assessment Unit within the City Development Branch. You will assess development applications and provide planning advice to ensure proposals meet planning requirements while contributing to the city’s growth.

Located in the Planning, Regulation and Services department, the role focuses on delivering professional planning services, guidance, and compliance across a range of development applications and policy