Town Planner

Council is seeking a suitably qualified applicant to fill the permanent full-time role of Town Planner.

Reporting directly to the Manager Planning and Development, the Town Planner is responsible for assessing development applications and the provision of advice relating to zoning, development proposals, land use matters and heritage. This position is required to participate in an efficient and responsive manner in the Development Application process, focusing on the needs of applicants, owners, the community and reflecting best practice in the provision and application of those services.   

Job Description

To experience success in this role, you will have tertiary qualification in Town Planning, Urban Studies or Urban and Regional Planning. You will have extensive knowledge in development assessment and relevant legislation, regulation and codes applicable to the development area and Local Government. You will provide sound advice and write complex reports for management or other stakeholders.

We are seeking a highly motivated person that prides themselves on their ability to communicate, engage and/or manage a variety of stakeholders, projects and processes. This is an exceptional opportunity for a Planning professional to rise to the challenges of a city rich with history and contribute to a supportive and successful team.

The city of Broken Hill is home to a very inclusive community and at Broken Hill City Council we welcome you to join our team and enjoy the career success you hope for. 

The ideal candidate will possess and be able to demonstrate the following:

• A ‘can do’ attitude focused on delivering outcomes.
• Commitment to a strong values culture and a preparedness to ‘Play your Role’.
• Building a culture where the ‘organisation wide’ adopted values and behaviours of the organisation are championed.
• Commitment to embracing Councils Customer service framework and to ‘Think like the Customer’.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and embracing change.
• Have a commitment to the liveability of our community.

Benefits working for Council include:

• Generous Award Conditions including 5 weeks annual leave
• Paid long Service Leave after 5 years continuous service
• Corporate Health and Wellbeing programs
• Employee growth and development opportunities
• Salary packaging options
• Social Clubs

Job reference: BHCC-PA-03

Please see attached Town Planner job description

Any questions about the role can be directed to Tracey Stephens, Manager Planning and Development on (08) 80803313.

To apply for this role, Click Apply and provide Council with a cover letter (no more than 3 pages) that focusses on how you meet the essential requirements of the role and demonstrates your successes in previous roles, and an up to date CV with at least two current referees.

Broken Hill City Council promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value unique contributions of all people. People from indigenous backgrounds, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you require any adjustments to assist you with your application or would like to discuss the position further, please contact Council’s People and Culture Department on (08) 8080 3346 or (08) 8080 3347.

Please note that the selection process can commence before the closing date and that the preferred candidate can be selected based on application and referee checks only.