Planner (VPSG3) - Melbourne, Australia - Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action

Description

Sitting within the Future Homes team, the Planner works collaboratively to assist the implementation and delivery of Future Homes Program. It requires a motivated individual who will be part of a broader team that delivers key policy commitments and provides quality planning services to local government, the development sector, peak bodies and other government agencies. The position will also assist in the creation of new apartment design typologies as well as undertaking statutory planning assessments of live Future Homes proposals. Management of the statutory and non-statutory responsibilities of a permit application and referral application will be critical.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Planning, Urban Design, or related discipline is highly desirable and preferred.
• Statutory planning experience in the assessment of planning permit applications, preferably low-scale apartment developments (Clause 55).
• An understanding of government policies and programs with an emphasis on the built environment and design.
• Understanding of the Victoria Planning Provisions and the Planning and Environment Act 1987, particulrly Part 4 of the Act.

This is a fixed term position available for a period of 16 months. The work location for this position is flexible within Victoria.

To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.

For further information please refer to the attached position description.

Applications close at midnight on Sunday, 21 April 2024.

Other relevant information:

For this particular vacancy, priority consideration applies to Victorian Public Service (VPS) and select employees of the Victorian Public Sector who apply through the Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE) jobs board platform.

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police Check.

To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace

DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave.

Please note: Due to Machinery of Government changes under Section 30 of the Public Administration Act (PPA), effective 1 January 2023, your employment will be with the Department of Transport and Planning. Corporate Services, including payroll, will be provided by Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action while a process for the formal transfer of staff in impacted areas is implemented.