Strategic Planner - Gympie, Australia - Gympie Regional Council

Gympie Regional Council

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Gympie, Australia

2 weeks ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

Competitive annual salary commencing at $90,446.20, plu
s up to 13% superannuation
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Great range of additional benefits, including health & wellness programs, salary sacrifice options, salary packaging arrangements and a fortnightly RDO.

About the Region

Gympie is at the heart of a rapidly expanding region which stretches from rural valleys in our western reaches to the Cooloola Coast. Bordering Noosa and Fraser Coast Local Government areas, we are uniquely positioned to grow whilst still retaining our country charm. Our borders with North and South Burnett, and the Somerset Local Government areas link with our rural lifestyle, where you can enjoy our picturesque smaller townships, or our abundant local history. Our local festivals such as the Gympie Music Muster are renowned both nationally and internationally.

For someone seeking a high quality of life, with pristine natural areas and spectacular beaches, all within reach of Noosa, the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane, we are offering this unique opportunity.

Strategic Planner*:

Remuneration:

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nnual salary commencing a $90,446.20
plus up to 13% superannuation

Closing Date:
Sunday 7th April 2024 at 11.00pm AEST

Role Overview

To contribute to the timely review of the Gympie Regional Council Planning Scheme in line with legislative requirements and develop land use planning policy to support Council's vision and a liveable, prosperous, well designed and sustainable region.

To provide support for strategic projects to strengthen local communities, boost the local economy and reinforce a sense of place, through a focus on streetscape and public domain improvements.

Essential Knowledge & Skills:

Qualifications (Post Graduate Degree, Degree, or Post Graduate Diploma) in planning recognised for corporate membership by the Planning Institute of Australia, or equivalent experience in planning related positions.
Demonstrated experience preparing strategic planning policy and providing technical advice on matters relating to the local government planning framework.
Highly developed knowledge of the statutory requirements relevant to the role and the ability to translate these requirements into Planning Scheme drafting.
Demonstrated ability to work autonomously as well as within a multifaceted team to contribute to the delivery of the Branch's priorities.
Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively, identify workload priorities and meet deadlines.
Queensland 'C' Class driver's licence or above that is current and maintained.

Essential Requirements:

Contribute to the preparation, enhancement, implementation and maintenance of Council's strategic planning policy framework, including Planning Scheme review.
Contribute to the delivery of effective community engagement processes to inform Planning Scheme review, strategic planning policy development and project outcomes, as well as meet statutory obligations.
Develop and maintain productive and positive professional relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including government agencies.
Provide advice on matters relating to Council's Planning Scheme.
Assist in delivering an internal training program on major Planning Scheme amendments and a new Planning Scheme.
Contribute to corporate processes relative to the Planning Strategy and Major Projects Branch.
Support departmental productivity and process improvements by assisting Continuous Improvement projects within the Planning and Development Directorate

Who to Contact

What we offer?

Nine day fortnight
Access to employee health and wellbeing programs
Fitness Passport: work out at over 25 local gyms for you and your family at a subsidised rate
Long service leave after seven years
Generous superannuation scheme of up to 13 per cent
Access to salary sacrificing and salary packaging arrangements
Employee assistance program offering free confidential counselling services for employees and their families.

Our Values

Accountability
Communication
Customer Service Focused
Integrity
Teamwork and Collaboration

You will be assessed on your understanding of these values and how you have applied values such as these in your previous employment.

Our Process
Successful applicants will be required to undertake various checks such as skills, qualifications, reference, medical and national police.

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Keen to apply? Simply follow the instructions below:1) Download and review the above
3) Click 'APPLY'
4) Attach your resume, covering letter and a single document containing copies of your qualifications, licences or tickets as applicable.
5) Click 'NEXT' and 'CONFIRM'

**_ Gympie Regional Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and our people represent the community which we service. We invite all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations People, and people from diverse