A great lifestyle in a treasured environment, this is life at PSC!

The opportunity

A unique career opportunity awaits for an experienced Principal Strategic Planner to join our high performing team on a permanent, full-time basis.

This opportunity will see you joining the Strategic Planning Unit to improve the physical, environmental, social and economic amenity of the beautiful Port Stephens community.

You will play a key role in facilitating strategic land-use planning of the built environment, infrastructure, heritage and biodiversity. You will provide leadership and support within the Strategic Planning team through the management of planning proposals and providing reliable and balanced planning advice to Council and the community through both briefings and reporting.

Some of the key responsibilities within this role are listed below however you can view the full list here – view the position description.

• Prepare land use planning studies, development guidelines and policy advice in relation to specific sites and re-development areas; town centres and precincts and consult with relevant Council departments
• Supervise, coach and mentor staff and consultants to ensure the expectations of the Section are met
• Monitor the progress of strategic planning matters and review policies and plans prior to progressing to the Executive Leadership Team or Council as may be required

• This is a permanent opportunity – working full-time 35 hours / week + access to a flexible working arrangement
• Base Salary Range: $103,938 - $122,275 pa based on 35 hours / week + 11.5% superannuation + $18,619.19 motor vehicle allowance + $2,312 retention allowance
• You will be working from PSC Administration Building, Raymond Terrace

We’re all about putting the right people, in the right role! Here’s what we’re looking for:

• Undergraduate qualifications in Town Planning or associated equivalent with several years of experience
• Demonstrated experience in the planning and development industry
• Effective computer literacy and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated prior management or senior level experience held

This is life at PSC!

• Work/Life balance with generous leave entitlements, flexible work options and leave in lieu
• Long service leave when you’ve been with us for just over 5 years
• Paid Parental Leave so you can spend more time with your new little human
• Confidential support (including mental health) through our employee assistance program
• Award winning health and wellbeing program PSCare, Workers Health Initiative with access to a broad range of gyms in the area, and discounted health insurance
• Free parking on site and a convenient local shopping centre
• Coffee and food to keep you sustained at our on-site café
• And lots more…

Ready to Apply? Here’s what you need to know

• Applications Close: Midnight, Sunday 23 March 2025
• Contact: Liz Lamb, Strategic Planning Coordinator, on 0407 451 123
• For information on our recruitment process, and what we look for in an application, please visit our Careers page on our website for ‘How to Apply’
• To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and provide responses to questions which are based on the criteria listed in the Position Description and our organisation Values
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