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About the Role

Lead a team of planners in the assessment of development applications, assessing and reporting on all forms of Development Applications and Modification Applications, and liaising with the public and developers.

Responsibilities

• Assess and report on all forms of Development Applications and Modification Applications.
• Liaise with the public and developers.
• Reply to both written and verbal enquiries on planning matters.
• Act as an expert witness to the Land and Environment Court as required.
• Supervise the investigation, evaluation, and reporting of all applications.
• Report regularly to the Coordinator Development Assessment.
• Assist and mentor Development Planners and staff in processing and method of assessing Development Applications and Modification Applications.
• Interpret planning issues and legislation.
• Update policies and procedures.
• Develop new policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in Development Assessment.
• Extensive experience in handling a wide range of complex applications relating to all possible development on industrial, commercial, or residential zoned land.
• Experience in acting as an expert witness in the Land and Environment Court.
• Experience in providing instruction and giving evidence before Court.
• Proven experience in assessment and application of alternative solutions as provided for under the relevant legislation.
• Experience communicating with various internal and external stakeholders including the ability to deal with the community and professional industry to achieve the best possible outcome.
• Demonstrated experience and ability in supervising employees and developing a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret Acts and policies and to make appropriate decisions bearing in mind the circumstances and the legislative requirements.
• Experience processing planning related enquiries.
• Experience and ability to work in a team environment.
• Experience in providing leadership to team members.
• Current Class C Drivers Licence.
• SafeWork NSW WHS White Card.
• Must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.
• Must obtain a National Police Check.
• May be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check.

Skills

• Leadership
• Development Assessment
• Team Supervision
• Communication
• Stakeholder Management
• Interpreting Legislation and Policy

Location

• Liverpool CBD

Work Type

• Permanent
• Full-Time
• Hybrid

Experience Level

• Extensive experience in Development Assessment
• Experience in supervising employees
• Experience in providing leadership

Education Level

• Degree or diploma qualifications in town planning, regional or urban planning recognised by the Planning Institute of Australia or related discipline

Salary/Compensations

• Competitive Salary

Benefits

• Council leaseback vehicle or a vehicle allowance
• Flexible work arrangements – including flexi time
• Hybrid working arrangements (with the ability to work some days each week from home)
• Professional development opportunities, including training courses and study assistance for further education

About the Company

• Liverpool City Council is committed to providing a working environment that supports all employees to reach their full potential.
• We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace.
• We encourage all applicants, including First nation people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.

Equal Opportunity

• We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including First nation people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.