Town Planner - Architectural Liaison

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full-time

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Town Planner for Queenstown to navigate the interface between urban planning regulations and architectural design, ensuring proposals align with local frameworks.

You will assess applications, liaise with architects and developers, prepare reports, and contribute to sustainable growth. This full-time role offers opportunities to shape the town's development while advancing professional skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in Town and Regional Planning or a related field.
• Understanding of architectural design principles and the planning approval process.
• Knowledge of South African planning legislation and land use management systems.
• Experience in processing development applications is advantageous.
• Strong analytical, report-writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review and assess architectural and development applications for compliance with zoning schemes and planning policies.
• Provide guidance and support to architects, developers, and the public on planning regulations and processes.
• Prepare reports and recommendations for planning committees and decision-making bodies.
• Conduct site inspections and spatial analysis for proposed developments.
• Contribute to the development and review of local spatial development frameworks.

Skills

Analytical

Report writing

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Town and Regional Planning

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a diligent and knowledgeable Town Planner with a strong understanding of architectural principles to join their team in Queenstown . This role focuses on the interface between urban planning regulations and architectural design, ensuring that development proposals align with municipal planning frameworks and design guidelines. You will be responsible for assessing development applications, liaising with architects and developers, and contributing to the strategic planning and sustainable growth of the community. This position is vital for fostering well-designed and compliant urban environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and assess architectural and development applications for compliance with zoning schemes and planning policies.
• Provide guidance and support to architects, developers, and the public on planning regulations and processes.
• Prepare reports and recommendations for planning committees and decision-making bodies.
• Conduct site inspections and spatial analysis for proposed developments.
• Contribute to the development and review of local spatial development frameworks.

Requirements

• Degree in Town and Regional Planning, Urban Design, or a related field.
• Demonstrable understanding of architectural design principles and the planning approval process.
• Knowledge of South African planning legislation and land use management systems.
• Experience in processing development applications is advantageous.
• Strong analytical, report-writing, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Full-time employment with a stable municipal or private planning entity.
• Opportunity to shape the development and character of Queenstown .
• Professional development and training opportunities in urban planning.
• A challenging and rewarding role contributing to community development.