About us
We are committed to working together for a thriving community. We do this by delivering over 130 services to our rapidly growing population and working hard to protect and improve what it is that makes Greater Geelong such a great place to live.  

We’re going through an exciting period of change that will help us serve our community better. From digital modernisation to the contemporary office we’re building in Central Geelong, now more than ever is a great time to join our diverse and inclusive team.

About the Role
In this role you will be working in the Statutory Planning team where you will gain practical work experience while completing your planning qualifications.  You will also be provided the opportunity to service and facilitate the assessment and issue of material for land use and development enquiries and provide a professional and customer focused advisory service.

Key responsibilities include:

• Learning and contributing to the day to day running of the planning department requirements.
• 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.
• Assisting with the investigation and evaluation of planning applications and related documents within a team environment.
• Assisting with the coordination of input from internal and various government departments and the general public.
• Preparing correspondence in relation to Council decisions and enquiries from the public.
• Providing clients with a professional advisory service and assisting the public with general enquiries.

About you
To be successful in this role, you will have

• 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.

As a member of our team, you’ll enjoy the benefits of:

• flexible work arrangements
• paid parental leave (14 weeks)
• a healthy and safe environment
• our employee wellbeing program
• discounted memberships at Swim Sport and Leisure facilities
• career development opportunities.

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

Enquiries: Tim Webb | 03 5272 4408 | TWebb@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

Applications close 5.00pm Wednesday 30 September 2020

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.