Principal Statutory Planner (12 Month Contract) - [Archived Advertisement]

We are seeking an experienced, enthusiastic and suitably qualified team player to join Council’s Statutory Planning Team for a 12 month contract position (maternity leave replacement).

You will be responsible for:

• Effectively and efficiently managing medium to complex planning applications.
• Facilitating high quality planning outcomes with key stakeholders.
• Providing consistent and timely advice to customers, staff and
• Councillors on matters relating to the interpretation of the planning
  scheme and relevant legislation.
• Contributing to the ongoing operation of a successful, coordinated
  planning approvals service for Nillumbik

To be successful in the role you will have:

• A tertiary qualification in town planning or a related discipline, or eligibility for affiliate membership of the Planning Institute of Australia (PIA).
• Proven ability to interpret and apply planning schemes, policies, legislation and regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and mentoring to staff in a team environment.
• Extensive post graduate experience in a town planning role. 

This is a full-time position offered for 12 months at a Band 7 level + super and RDO.

Applications close 11.59pm Sunday, 2 June 2019. 

Visit www.nillumbik.vic.gov.au to view the position description/apply.  Applications must address the key selection criteria to be considered.