About Adelaide Hills Council

The Adelaide Hills Council is a magnificent place to live, work and visit. The environmental, residential, primary production and natural qualities of the district are renowned and contribute to the Adelaide Hills being "a special place", and one of Australia's most loved areas. Adelaide Hills Council is committed to building the community through leadership, community involvement and commitment to service.

We offer a diverse and supportive working environment, opportunities for professional development, flexible work practices, income protection insurance and a genuine desire for you to enjoy your work.

About the Role

• Reference number 527
• General Officer Level 6 ($109,524 - $116,964 plus superannuation)
• Full Time Permanent position

We are seeking a highly motivated and suitably skilled Senior Statutory Planner to provide high level planning advice, undertake planning consent and land division assessments on a wide range of development across the Council district and to prepare planning reports. You will be able to assist with planning appeals and development compliance.

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Formal qualifications in Urban and Regional Planning or, equivalent.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016 and Regulations.
• A strong track record delivering excellent customer service.
• Experience in undertaking complex planning assessment in a local or state government role and preparing Council Assessment Panel reports.
• Well-developed communication skills and proactive attitude to build positive relationships and ensure priorities and deadlines are met.
• The ability to think logically and problem solve to create a positive customer experience.
• Experience in managing appeals in the Courts.
• The ability to mentor other team members.

About our Benefits

Experience the benefits of a career in council:

• Flexible working arrangements, including flexi-time.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Free income protection insurance for personal illnesses or injuries.
• A health and wellbeing program offering flu vaccinations, skin checks, health seminars and more.
• Free access to three counselling sessions for you or your immediate family through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Corporate Uniform Allowance
• Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave.
• Study Assistance.

How to Apply

Applications must address the selection criteria in the position description below and state the reference number from the advertisement.

Apply by 5:00pm, Monday 25 November 2024 via SEEK.

Confidential enquiries are welcome to Contact James Booker, Team Leader Statutory Planning on (08) 8408 0567.

The advert information can be provided in other formats if requested.

International applicants who do not have an appropriate Australian work visa or residency will not be considered or receive an acknowledgement email.

Should your application be successful and move to the next stage, you will be contacted by the Hiring Manager. If you do not receive any communication regarding your application within 20 business days of the advertisement close date your application has been unsuccessful.