Senior Strategic Planner

Requisition Number: 370

Salary Range: $102,603.81 - $108,629.69 pro-rata per annum

Position Type: Temporary Full-Time until September 2025

Location: Council Chambers, 119 – 145 Spence Street, Portsmith

Application Close Date: Sunday 29 September 2024 at 11.30pm AEST

Develop your career with Cairns Regional Council, an innovative employer that listens, respects and values your contribution. 

We’re proud of our community and the key role you can play in making the Cairns region a great place to live, work and learn.

Cairns Regional Council is an equal opportunity employer, promoting workplace diversity and a safety culture with a smoke free environment.

We are now seeking an innovative and suitably qualified Senior Strategic Planner to join our team now!

Primary objectives of the position:

• Coordinate complex projects including delivery of the Towards 2050 Growth Strategy which is currently underway and the development of a new planning scheme
• Provide high level specialist advice to other Council officers, stakeholders, executive team and Councillors on strategic planning matters
• Provide internal consultancy services to the organisation on strategic planning matters
• Formulate and implement policy and strategies relating to strategic planning
• Prepare and coordinate amendments to the CairnsPlan and associated planning scheme policies

Our Ideal Candidate:

• A graduate or post graduate qualifications in town planning from a recognised university or other tertiary education institution or equivalent.
• Project management and community engagement experience
• Knowledge and experience in making or amending planning schemes
• Demonstrated extensive experience within Local Government relating to land use planning
• Current Driver’s Licence

Some benefits we offer:

• Achieve work / life balance with flexible working arrangements
• Fitness Passport - subsidised health and well-being memberships (gym/swimming pool)
• Recharge with up to 5 weeks annual leave
• Up to 3 weeks personal leave
• Secure your future with 12% superannuation contributions
• Grow personally and professionally with learning and development opportunities

We are committed to:

• Fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Embracing innovation and continuous improvement
• Cultivating a culture of professional growth and support

Now we want to hear about YOU!

Applications MUST be submitted online through the 'Apply' button and include a Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria and Resume outlining previous academic and work experience and if requested include attachments of the relevant qualifications and licenses, relating to the role.

For further information about this role please download the Position Description which includes the Key Duties, Responsibilities and Selection Criteria.

Council’s Recruitment Team can be contacted via:

Phone: (07) 4044 3310

Email: jobs@cairns.qld.gov.au

Website: Employment at Council | Cairns Regional Council