Peri-urban municipality Wide variety of work Excellent team environment Located on the urban fringe, within easy reach of the City, surrounded by natural bush and dotted with numerous townships of unique character, this municipality offers its residents a superb quality of life, rich in social, cultural and physical diversity. For an intermediate level Town Planner, an excellent opportunity awaits you at Council, offering challenge, variety, a great team environment and ongoing professional development.

Specifically you will be responsible for:
   » Effectively and efficiently managing a varied caseload of applications spanning urban, peri-urban and rural developments
   » Providing pre-application advice to applicants
   » Preparing evidence and submissions to the VCAT, panels and other forums in support of Council s position on planning proposals
   » Representing Council in a range of forums and liaising with various government agencies, professional bodies, community groups, consultants, developers and the general public

To be considered for this challenging and diverse role you will demonstrate the following:
   » Recognised tertiary qualification in Town or Regional Planning or similar
   » Detailed knowledge of the Planning and Environment Act, Subdivision Act, Planning Schemes and other associated and relevant legislation
   » Experience in applying land use concepts and in dealing with statutory processes and planning principles
   » Highly developed written, verbal and negotiation skills, including the ability to chair mediation/consultation meetings and present effectively in public forums

Please apply online or contact Georgina Sinclair on 61 3 .