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Band 5 ($81,248 - $92,958) + 11.5% super + monthly ADO The Opportunity Our City Development Department has an exciting opportunity for a suitably experienced and enthusiastic Urban Planner to join our friendly and professional team. Reporting to the Coordinator City Planning, you will be responsible for assessing Planning Permit Applications and Business Concierge small business enquiries. You will also promptly process property information and planning permit applications in accordance with Council and statutory requirements. This role would be well suited to a graduate planner who can confidently provide technical advice and support to Council teams, are natural collaborators with exceptional problem-solving skills, and who can quickly and genuinely build great relationships. Key Responsibilities Process a range of planning applications (including VicSmart and subdivisions), applications to amend planning permits, requests for extension of time for permits and general enquiries. Provide efficient and effective advice to Council's Business Concierge Officer regarding new small business applications. Assist Council's Business Concierge Officer in meetings for prospective new business applications, including providing written advice when necessary. Provide clear and technical advice to applicants, the public, Council and other bodies in regard to statutory planning matters. Prepare reports and recommendations on applications and when required prepare submissions and present at the Victorian Civil Administrative Tribunal. Undertake all administrative tasks and processes involved in processing planning applications and provide support to the City Planning Department. About You To be considered for this role, you will have the following : Tertiary qualification in town planning or a related discipline. A thorough understanding of the Victorian Planning Legislative Framework - the Victorian Planning Provisions, planning permit process and the Planning and Environment Act 1987. Knowledge and understanding of applying urban planning theory, practice, principles and precedent. Strong writing skills including the ability to prepare clear and concise reports and data. Effective communication and problem-solving skills to produce cooperative outcomes within a team environment, strong mediation and conciliation skills. Demonstrated ability to contribute to the development and implementation of strategies, policies and guidelines. Capacity to manage time effectively, identify workload priorities and meet deadlines. Well-developed customer service ethic and strong commitment to improving service delivery. Why Choose Maribyrnong? Work cross-functionally in a friendly, supportive and professional multidisciplinary team; Enjoy a flexible work environment; Work in a meaningful role within a Values driven organisation; Take an Accrued Day Off every month. So, if you are looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference and you enjoy working in a diverse community-focused environment, Apply Now! How to Apply To express your interest in this role, please forward your Resume and a Cover Letter via our Careers website outlining your relevant experience and addressing the Key Selection Criteria position defined in the position description in support of your application. We are a child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to child safety and supporting the best interests of children in all our operations. Council encourages young people, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply. Enquiries :
Should you have any questions regarding this opportunity, please contact Ashley Minniti, Manager City Development on (03) 9688 0347 for a confidential discussion.
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Band 5 ($81,248 - $92,958) + 11.5% super + monthly ADO The Opportunity Our City Development Department has an exciting opportunity for a suitably experienced and enthusiastic Urban Planner to join our friendly and professional team. Reporting to the Coordinator City Planning, you will be responsible for assessing Planning Permit Applications and Business Concierge small business enquiries. You will also promptly process property information and planning permit applications in accordance with Council and statutory requirements. This role would be well suited to a graduate planner who can confidently provide technical advice and support to Council teams, are natural collaborators with exceptional problem-solving skills, and who can quickly and genuinely build great relationships. Key Responsibilities Process a range of planning applications (including VicSmart and subdivisions), applications to amend planning permits, requests for extension of time for permits and general enquiries. Provide efficient and effective advice to Council's Business Concierge Officer regarding new small business applications. Assist Council's Business Concierge Officer in meetings for prospective new business applications, including providing written advice when necessary. Provide clear and technical advice to applicants, the public, Council and other bodies in regard to statutory planning matters. Prepare reports and recommendations on applications and when required prepare submissions and present at the Victorian Civil Administrative Tribunal. Undertake all administrative tasks and processes involved in processing planning applications and provide support to the City Planning Department. About You To be considered for this role, you will have the following : Tertiary qualification in town planning or a related discipline. A thorough understanding of the Victorian Planning Legislative Framework - the Victorian Planning Provisions, planning permit process and the Planning and Environment Act 1987. Knowledge and understanding of applying urban planning theory, practice, principles and precedent. Strong writing skills including the ability to prepare clear and concise reports and data. Effective communication and problem-solving skills to produce cooperative outcomes within a team environment, strong mediation and conciliation skills. Demonstrated ability to contribute to the development and implementation of strategies, policies and guidelines. Capacity to manage time effectively, identify workload priorities and meet deadlines. Well-developed customer service ethic and strong commitment to improving service delivery. Why Choose Maribyrnong? Work cross-functionally in a friendly, supportive and professional multidisciplinary team; Enjoy a flexible work environment; Work in a meaningful role within a Values driven organisation; Take an Accrued Day Off every month. So, if you are looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference and you enjoy working in a diverse community-focused environment, Apply Now! How to Apply To express your interest in this role, please forward your Resume and a Cover Letter via our Careers website outlining your relevant experience and addressing the Key Selection Criteria position defined in the position description in support of your application. We are a child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to child safety and supporting the best interests of children in all our operations. Council encourages young people, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply. Enquiries :
Should you have any questions regarding this opportunity, please contact Ashley Minniti, Manager City Development on (03) 9688 0347 for a confidential discussion.
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