Planner - Development Services

The details:

• Permanent Full Time and Maximum Term Contract opportunities
• $79,563pa up to $94,415pa + super (up to 12%) + leave loading Qld Local Government Industry Award (Stream A) - Level 3 up to Level 5 of EBA5 The appointed wage level will be dependent upon the successful candidate's level of experience, skills and qualifications.
• 9 day fortnight
• 72.5 hour fortnight
• Hybrid, flexible working environment, including some work from home days.
• Location: Caboolture

Development Services is shaping a better Moreton Bay by assessing and managing the effects of development on the community and environment of Moreton Bay. Working in partnership with the development industry to design and construct infrastructure for the community as well as levying and recovering infrastructure charges to fund new and upgraded major community infrastructure.

About the opportunity

As a member of the team, you will provide technical advice and undertake assessments of low complexity development matters relating to land use impacts of development to meet the needs of the community.

Through proactively engaging with key stakeholders, undertaking site inspections, and using your key research and analysis skills, you will prepare quality development application recommendations and assist in resolving land use issues and negotiating infrastructure agreements.

As our next team member, you will be focused on contributing to a positive team environment and achieving a high performance, continuous improvement, and customer focused culture.

About you

We are opening this opportunity up to a wide range of experience levels and encourage anyone with a keen interest to join our team to apply - whether you are a recent graduate just starting out in your career or have significant experience in this field.

You will have good knowledge and experience in the delivery of planning assessment and compliance services having worked in a similar role and be familiar with principles and practices relating to urban design and placemaking.

You will be a natural communicator with the ability to influence key stakeholders to support the negotiation of infrastructure and other commercial agreements. With an awareness of the principles and practices relating to the protection of the environment and the planning, design and construction of development infrastructure and landscaping works, you will quickly become a valuable member of our team.

Position Description

Position Description_Planner - Development Services.pdf

Why join the City of Moreton Bay Team?

As the third largest local government area in Australia and the fifth fastest growing region, the Moreton Bay region boasts beautiful beaches and waterways, amazing manufacturing hubs and picturesque hinterland hamlets. Moreton Bay has a strong and connected community that enjoys all the traditional Jinibara, Kabi Kabi and Turrbal country has to offer within our region.

With a diverse workforce of more than 2,000 team members dedicated to servicing the needs and enhancing the lifestyle of nearing 500,000 residents, each team member has an intrinsic ability to impact our community. Whether you’re a manager or working on the frontline, your role will make a difference - bring your expertise and join our driven team today.

Aside from an opportunity to build a rewarding career within a diverse and growing organisation, we offer a range of team member benefits including:

• Discounted Health Insurance.
• Free flu vaccinations every year.
• Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership for you and your family to selected facilities.
• We are proud to offer opportunities to develop your career within a local government organisation and our team members are encouraged to undertake study for career development in their area of employment under our Study, Training And Research Scheme (STARS).
• Generous employer and employee super contribution scheme.
• Salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation payments, smartphones and devices.
• We want you and your family to feel well supported when you need it most - as a team member you will have access our 24/7 confidential counselling service, leader support hotline, chaplaincy program and our Mates in Construction program.
• Our Caboolture office is in close proximity to public transport networks.
• Flexibility depends on the type of work you do but could include options such as work from home, part time, 9-day fortnights and flexible days. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you!

How to Apply

Click on the 'Apply' button below to complete your online application. Please upload your current resume that demonstrates how you meet the requirements of this role.

Please note: applicants will be required to undergo a National Police History Check as part of the recruitment process for this role.

To obtain further details please contact our Careers team at [email protected].

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