About the role
In this role, you will play a key part in working on statutory planning applications, be front of house in providing advice on the Greater Geelong Planning Scheme and be a part of delivering outcomes to the wider community.  

You'll be customer driven and will evaluate development applications, issue permits, and coordinate with various stakeholders to ensure compliance with planning regulations.

We are looking for you to provide expert advice to clients and the public, represent the City in public forums and legal proceedings, and support policy development and heritage preservation. Importantly you will be a part of a dynamic team making a real impact on our community's future.

Work type: Permanent Full-time
Classification: Band 5 Commencing at $81,005 pa plus super

Key responsibilities include:

• Development Applications: Evaluate and investigate development applications, ensuring compliance with legislation and timely processing.
• Permits & Coordination: Assist with issuing Town Planning permits and coordinating input from various departments and the public.
• Advisory Services: Provide expert advice to clients and the public, addressing enquiries and ensuring adherence to planning policies.
• Community Engagement: Represent the City in public forums and legal proceedings and assist with heritage preservation, gaming and liquor control advice.
• Policy Development: Support the development and review of policies and maintain effective administrative systems.

About you
To be successful in this role, you will have the following:

Essential:

• A tertiary qualification in Town Planning or Urban Studies.
• A Theoretical and practical knowledge and ability to interpret town planning legislation and practices and associated legislation.
• Awareness of current trends and issues affecting town planning.
• Well- developed analytical, investigative, interpretative and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage change and be innovative.
• Highly developed computer skills.
• Ability to effectively plan, organise and manage own time to achieve targets within a set timetable.
• Current Victorian Drivers Licence.
• 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! 

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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:  Hugh Griffiths | Team Leader Statutory Planning | HGriffiths@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

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