• A varied and challenging role coordinating and assessing development applications within a high-growth region.
• Competitive annual salary commencing at $107,656.12 plus up to 13% superannuation
• Relocation assistance available for the successful candidate
• Great range of additional benefits, including health & wellness programs, salary sacrifice options, salary packaging arrangements and a fortnightly RDO

About the Region

Gympie is at the heart of a rapidly expanding region which stretches from rural valleys in our western reaches to the Cooloola Coast, gateway to spectacular Fraser Island. Bordering Noosa and Fraser Coast Local Government areas, we are uniquely positioned to grow whilst still retaining our country charm.  Our borders with North and South Burnett, and the Somerset Local Government areas link with our rural lifestyle, where you can enjoy our picturesque smaller townships, or our abundant local history.  Our local festivals such as the Gympie Music Muster and the Goomeri Pumpkin Festival are renowned both nationally and internationally. 

For someone seeking a high quality of life, with pristine natural areas and spectacular beaches, all within reach of Noosa, the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane, we are offering this unique opportunity.

COORDINATOR DEVELOPMENT ASSESSMENT

Remuneration: Annual salary commencing at $107,656.12 plus up to 13% superannuation

Closing Date:   Sunday 16 July 2023 at 11.00pm AEST

No late applications will be accepted.  Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered. Unsolicited applications from agencies will not be considered. 

Role Overview

Council is seeking a qualified and experienced Planning professional to lead a team of Development Assessment Officers. Reporting to the Manager Planning, this will be a unique opportunity for you to be responsible for coordinating the delivery of development services, including the processing and assessment of development applications. 

You will also be relied on to assist as required with legal appeals involving Council's development decisions, as well as to provide high level support to the Manager Planning, and technical advice on complex planning matters to internal and external stakeholders.  You will also be preparing and presenting written reports for council as required.

For this position we need a self-driven individual with exceptional leadership qualities.  The person with the skill and ability to delegate and allocate work to ensure deadlines are maintained while still delivering exemplary customer service will excel in this role.

What we are looking for

To be considered for this role, you will require:

• Qualifications (Degree or Post Graduate Degree) in Planning recognised for corporate membership by the Planning Institute of Australia.
• Extensive experience in assessing development applications and providing technical advice on complex Planning related matters.
• Extensive knowledge of statutory requirements and best practice relevant to Planning, and experience in applying such best practice to the assessment of development applications.
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skill, and skill in negotiation on complex planning matters.
• Leadership skill, with the demonstrated experience and ability to motivate a team of highly skilled professionals to maintain strict legislative deadlines.

Position Description

For a full position description containing essential and desirable criteria, please click here. 

Who to Contact

For information regarding the requirements of this role, please contact the Manager Planning, Tania Stenholm on 5481 0424 or email tania.stenholm@gympie.qld.gov.au

For assistance lodging your application using Council's online system, please contact Council's Senior Officer Human Resources, Ros McVicar on 07-5481 0646 or email ros.mcvicar@gympie.qld.gov.au

What we offer?

• Flexible work arrangements
• Access to employee health and well-being programs
• Fitness Passport: work out at over 25 local gyms for you and your family at a subsidised rate
• Long service leave after seven years
• Generous superannuation scheme of up to 13 per cent
• Access to salary sacrificing and packaging arrangements
• Employee assistance program offering free confidential counselling services for employees and their families.

Successful applicants may be required to undertake various checks such as skills, qualifications, reference, medical and national police.