Stonnington City Centre, 311 Glenferrie Road, Malvern + Working from home
Statutory Planning
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Develop your experience and practical knowledge as a Local Government statutory planning professional. You will have the opportunity to actively contribute to the assessment of live planning applications, support a skilled and dynamic team of planning professionals in delivering quality planning outcomes in the City of Stonnington.
You will also provide professional and accurate customer service to Stonnington residents, business owners/operators and community about planning matters.
You will also be required to:
Assist with the preparation of all aspects of processing planning applications having regard to relevant Council policy and planning scheme provisions.
Effectively manage a caseload of live minor permit applications, amendments, extension and general enquiry requests.
Prepare formal documentation including letters, referrals, reports and permits
Keep accurate and orderly electronic files and records in line with Council policies
Attend meetings with Council Planners, permit applicants and objectors to gain exposure and experience with real world planning matters
Contribute to internal discussions regarding current planning matters with a view to solving problems, achieving compliance with policy and meeting community expectations
Undertake site inspections with Council Planners to assist with the assessment of planning applications
Clearly convey information regarding planning applications, amendments, planning scheme requirements and Council policies to the community and applicants via phone, counter and written enquiries
Respond to general enquiries with a high level of professionalism, accuracy and timeliness.
This is a casual position with an hourly rate of $39.61 which includes a 25% leave loading.
You are based within our bright, modern and sustainable 311 Glenferrie Road office on the corner of High Street and Glenferrie Road in Malvern where boutique stores, cafes and health clubs are in abundance. From the office you can easily walk to Malvern Gardens, High Street Armadale or Glenferrie Road. Malvern and Armadale Train Station are a short walk away and tram stops are out the front of the building.
Desired Skills and Experience
To be suitable for this exciting opportunity you will have an understanding of planning theory and principles, Acts (including the Planning and Environment Act 1987) and Regulations, policy research, preparation and analysis of land use and built form policies and processes for planning scheme amendments and planning applications.
You also have:
Effective time management skills and a demonstrated ability to manage competing demands in a high-pressure environment
A collaborative working style and genuine desire to positively contribute to a team.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, initiative, strong problem-solving skills and confidence to successfully manage challenging situations
Co-operative attitude with the ability to manage customer enquiries efficiently and in a courteous manner.
Substantial completion of a tertiary qualification in Urban Planning or related field
Well-developed IT skills, with working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite, and exposure to GIS Mapping technologies and design programs
Must possess a current Valid Police Check or be willing to obtain both prior to commencing employment
You are based within our bright, modern and sustainable 311 Glenferrie Road office on the corner of High Street and Glenferrie Road in Malvern where boutique stores, cafes and health clubs are in abundance. From the office you can easily walk to Malvern Gardens, High Street Armadale or Glenferrie Road. Malvern and Armadale Train Station are a short walk away and tram stops are out the front of the building.
Join Stonnington today. Work that matters. People who make a difference.
For enquiries relating to the system and the application process, please contact a member of the Talent Acquisition team on 8290 1333.
Submitting your application
We are no longer using Position Descriptions or Key Selection Criteria. Please use your cover letter to demonstrate to us that you can ‘deliver’ the aspects of the role and that you have what is needed to ‘thrive’. These are the top two sections in the Success Profile. You do not need to have a heading of each point or address each point individually. Recommended no more than 2 pages for your cover letter.
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To be eligible to apply for this position you must have an appropriate Australian or New Zealand work visa.
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