Coastal Town Planner: Shape Mossel Bay’s Future
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Job summary
Placements24 is seeking an experienced Town Planner for a Mossel Bay-based consultancy to shape sustainable land use and urban development in the municipality and surrounding areas.
The role involves evaluating development proposals under SPLUMA, preparing reports, advising on policy, conducting site inspections, and engaging with communities and stakeholders to support sound coastal planning.
Advanced GIS skills and a passion for responsible urban growth in Mossel Bay will be highly valued.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Town and Regional Planning, Urban Planning, or a related field.
- 4-6 years of professional experience in municipal or private sector town planning.
- Thorough knowledge of SA planning legislation, policies, and SPLUMA.
- Experience with GIS software and planning-related digital tools.
- Strong communication, report writing, and presentation skills.
Responsibilities
- Process and evaluate land use and development applications under SPLUMA and bylaws.
- Provide policy guidance and planning controls recommendations to stakeholders.
- Conduct site inspections and assessments for proposals.
- Prepare planning reports, feasibility studies, and impact assessments.
- Engage with communities and stakeholders through public participation.
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Job description
Placements24 is seeking an experienced Town Planner for a Mossel Bay-based consultancy to shape sustainable land use and urban development in the municipality and surrounding areas.
The role involves evaluating development proposals under SPLUMA, preparing reports, advising on policy, conducting site inspections, and engaging with communities and stakeholders to support sound coastal planning.
Advanced GIS skills and a passion for responsible urban growth in Mossel Bay will be highly valued.
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