About the City
City of Greater Geelong is Victoria’s largest regional municipality providing services to a growing population of 244,000 residents across 1247km2 comprised of urban, suburban, rural and coastal environments located 75km from Melbourne. The spectacular beauty of the natural environment and the creative design and historical significance of its built environment make the municipality a major tourism magnet for local and international visitors.

Our people take pride in their work and are committed to making a positive impact in the lives of residents of the Geelong region. Employees are provided with engaging and rewarding work and a culture of respect and collaboration. On offer are professional development opportunities, flexible working arrangements, parental leave – 14 weeks paid leave, health & wellbeing program, discounted gym memberships at council facilities and the opportunity to be part of a dedicated and professional team, working together for the community.

About the City Development Department
This department is part of our Planning, Design and Development Division, and is responsible for the provision of information, advice and assistance regarding municipal building services, planning permits, planning scheme amendments and rezoning.

About the Role
This position provides an opportunity for the incumbent to gain practical work experience and contribute to the planning department’s needs whilst assisting to complete their planning qualifications.

The position also provides the ability to service and facilitate the assessment and issue of material for land use and development enquiries and involves providing a professional and customer focussed advisory service.

Some of the key responsibilities in this role will include:

1. Learning and contributing to the day to day running of the planning department requirements.
2. Analysing and assisting with planning enquiries and applications to determine compliance with relevant legislation, including VicSmart legislation (or equivalent) applications so they are dealt with in the prescribed time limits.
3. Assisting with the investigation and evaluation of planning applications and related documents within a team environment.
4. Assisting with the coordination of input from internal and various government departments and the general public.
5. Preparing correspondence in relation to Council decisions and enquiries from the public.
6. Providing clients with a professional advisory service and assisting the public with general enquiries.
7. Assisting with and maintaining appropriate administrative and information recording systems within the department as required.

About You
To be successful in this role, you will require:

• Commencement or completion of tertiary qualification in Town Planning/Urban Studies or similar related field  
• Practical knowledge and ability to interpret Town Planning legislation and practices and associated legislation.
• Ability to set priorities and plan/organise work allocated.
• Awareness of current trends and issues affecting town planning.
• Demonstrated analytical, investigative, interpretative and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work as an effective member of a professional team.

Applications and Enquiries
Click the APPLY NOW button below to submit your application or find out more about this opportunity. 

Enquiries: John Rush | 03 5272 4033 | John.Rush@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

Applications close 5:00pm Friday 27 December 2019.

City of Greater Geelong values equal opportunity, fairness and enjoys a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications are encouraged from people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, and people of all other cultural backgrounds.