Senior Development Assessment Planner
Location: Southern Highlands, NSW
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: Up to $130,000 + 11.5 % Super and Leaseback vehicle
Hybrid Working: 2 days per week

Core Talent has partnered with a local council in the Southern Highlands, NSW, to recruit for a Senior Development Assessment Planner. As a Senior Development Assessment Planner, you'll play a pivotal role in driving efficient and effective assessment processes for development applications and related initiatives. For this senior position council would expect the successful candidate to have a minimum of 5 years NSW local government experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess a variety of complex development applications across residential, commercial, industrial, and subdivision proposals, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and timeframes.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to enhance the team's capability and service delivery.
• Prepare and present planning reports to Local and Regional Planning Panels.
• Attend site visits and pre-development meetings, providing practical advice on land use and site constraints.
• Represent the planning team in key meetings, including court hearings and discussions with stakeholders.

• Deliver exceptional customer service by responding to technical enquiries and participating in duty rosters.

Essential Criteria:

• Degree in Town Planning, Urban Planning, Environmental Science, or related field, with at least 3 years' experience in development assessment within local government.
• Strong knowledge of planning legislation, including the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979.
• Proven ability to mentor and guide team members in delivering high-quality outcomes.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements:

• Valid C Class Driver's Licence
• Ability to meet physical demands (occasional site visits)
• Willingness to participate in required training and screenings (e.g., WHS, EEO, induction)

Benefits

• Attractive salary package + 11.5% superannuation
• Variable day off every 4 weeks
• Health & wellbeing initiatives - Fitness Passport, EAP and Flu Vaccines
• Career development & learning support - Tertiary assistance available
• Flexible Working Arrangements - WFH opportunities ( 2 days a week)
• Community & social engagement - Enjoy opportunities to participate in local events, team-building activities, and community initiatives that bring their staff and residents together.
• Recognition through their annual awards ceremony celebrating and rewarding staff achievements

Interested in joining the team? Call Olivia Vince at 0406 560 343 for more detail.