Position Number: 000729

Department: Development Services

Employment Status: Fixed term (12 Months)

Location: Civic Centre

Salary range: $119,444 to $125,574 Plus 12.5% Superannuation

Kingborough is experiencing rapid growth in development across our diverse municipality, which comprises urban, rural and coastal environments. We are looking for a highly motivated and dedicated professional to join in the role of Team Leader Statutory Planning.

You will be responsible for leading, managing and mentoring a small team which undertakes statutory planning functions within Council. You will also carry a development application caseload, utilising your technical expertise across all component parts of the development application process.

You will have a relevant tertiary qualification and at least five years’ experience in undertaking complex and specialist statutory planning in a busy operational environment. You will also be well-organised, have excellent communication skills and experience in leading a team of professional employees.

Further details:

The position is full-time and offered on a fixed term (12 months) basis with a salary in the range of $119,444 - $125,574 (pro-rata for part-time) per annum, depending on skills and experience, plus 12.5% employer superannuation contribution. Part-time can be considered for the right candidate with a minimum of 32 hours per week.

For more information, please contact Tasha Tyler-Moore, Manager Development Services on (03) 6211 8200.

Kingborough Council offers some great benefits, including:

• A range of paid leave entitlements and ability to ‘purchase’ additional leave.
• Discounted membership at the Kingborough Fitness Centre.
• An Employee Assistance Program.
• Corporate Health Plan discounts.

How to apply:

• Before you begin, please ensure you have read the Position Description and the Key Selection Criteria available at https://www.kingborough.tas.gov.au/jobs-at-council/current-vacancies/.
• Ensure you have copies of the following to submit with your application:
• a short covering letter to introduce yourself and outline the reasons you are applying for the position, and
• a current resume that includes relevant information such as details of your work history, qualifications and any other training or development programs.
• You must address the selection criteria in the online application form.
• Applications must be submitted by using the online form on Council’s website. You can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your completed application.

Applications close on Sunday 23 March 2025.