About the role
In this role, you will contribute to the development of strategic plans, structure plans, guidelines and planning policies that reflect our community’s aspirations. You will manage planning projects, provide contemporary strategic planning advice, and work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to guide the city’s long-term growth.

Work type: 12-month fixed term contract. 
Classification: Band 6, $95,760 pa plus super

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing and implementing strategic plans, guidelines, policies and planning projects.
• Managing and processing planning scheme amendments in line with legislation.
• Providing expert strategic planning advice to internal teams, Councillors, external partners and the community.
• Leading procurement and managing consultant contracts, project timelines and deliverables.
• Undertaking research, analysis and community engagement to support evidence-based recommendations.
• Preparing Council reports, project briefs, funding submissions and other key documents.
• Presenting to Council, stakeholders and the community.

About you
To be successful in this role, you will have strong knowledge of strategic planning principles, planning scheme amendments and the Planning and Environment Act.

Essential Experience:

• Tertiary qualifications in Town Planning or a related discipline.
• Strong understanding of planning scheme amendment processes, including relevant legislation and the Victorian Planning Provisions.
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex planning concepts into clear language.
• Proven project management experience, including managing timelines, deliverables and consultant engagement.
• Strong analytical skills, with experience conducting research and synthesising information into practical outcomes.
• Ability to work independently while contributing positively to team culture.
• Experience with GIS, CS Design Standard or SketchUp is desirable.

Preferred candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process (funded by the City).

If this sounds like the role for you, then click apply now! 

Child Safety Responsibilities   
We are committed to being a child-safe organisation and have zero-tolerance for child abuse. We have specific policies, procedures, and mandatory training in place to support employees, volunteers, and contractors to achieve and adhere to these commitments. Please read our Child Safe Standards Management Policy.  

Diversity and Inclusion  
At the City we want a workforce that reflects the community we live in. We welcome and embrace everyone, all people with their own unique experiences, and support and encourage all our employees to do their best work, have equal access to opportunities and a just working environment. For this reason, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, from the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability and people of all genders, ages and diverse experience.  

We are the City
From parks to offices, childcare centres to works depots, leisure facilities to the Wool Museum and waterfront, our team plays a vital role in shaping our vibrant and growing community. Our community counts on us to get the essentials right while looking for ways to go beyond. By listening, collaborating, and focusing on sustainability, we strive to do the basics brilliantly and create a lasting impact. If you’re ready to be part of something bigger, join us in shaping the future of Geelong.

We support accessibility and encourage discussions about any adjustments or support you may need during the recruitment process.

Applications and Enquiries

Click the Position Description link to view more information about this position.

Enquiries: Nikki Short | Senior Talent Acquisition Partner|Nikki.Short@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

Click the Apply button to submit your application or find out more about this opportunity. If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Talent Acquisition team via email at careers@geelongcity.vic.gov.au noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.

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