THE POSITION:

Council is seeking suitably qualified planning professionals with extensive experience in the assessment of development applications to join our development planning team. A high standard of inter-personal communication, negotiation and writing skills are essential. The position would ideally be suited to planning professionals seeking to work in a dynamic and fast paced team environment where you will be exposed to interesting and diverse projects across the Fairfield LGA.

The successful applicant will be a self-motivated individual capable of exercising delegation as well as the ability to manage a number of complex development proposals simultaneously to deliver timely and high-quality assessments, preparation of planning reports within various forums such as the Sydney Western Planning Panel (SWCPP) and Council's Fairfield Local Planning Panel (FLPP), ability to represent Council in the Land and Environment Court in addition to directing and facilitating input into Council's planning policies and strategies.

ESSENTIAL:

• University degree in urban and regional planning, town planning or related discipline
• Extensive experience in assessing major and complex development applications under the relevant legislation
• Good communication and report writing skills
• Sound working knowledge of all relevant planning legislation
• Experience in the Land and Environment Court including preparation of court related documentation
• Conflict resolution/negotiation skills
• A valid driver's licence

DESIRABLE:

• Post graduate qualifications in urban and regional planning or related discipline
• Experience in urban design and principles of architecture
• Experience in staff supervision/mentoring

SALARY & EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS:

• Full time, permanent position - 35 hours per week
• This position is a Grade 8; salary range is $111,164 p.a. with performance progression to $130,215. p.a.
• Flexible working hours are available
• A Mobile Telephone is provided
• A Motor Vehicle benefit is available

Fairfield City Council offers a range of benefits including ;

• Wellbeing initiatives including flu vaccination, discounted gym memberships and onsite gym
• Free onsite parking available
• In addition to annual and sick leave, 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year and access to long service leave after 5 years of employment

FURTHER CONTACT: Enquiries regarding the position should be directed to Ms Sunnee Cullen on 9725 0256 or a position description is available on Council's website.

CLOSING DATE: COB, Wednesday 30 April 2025.

HOW TO APPLY: To view the full position description and to apply online, please visit Council's website at www.fairfieldcity.nsw.gov.au/jobs Applications should address the essential knowledge, skills, qualifications and experience identified in the full job description.

Applicants must be prepared to undergo a medical examination at Council's expense.

Fairfield City Council is a smoke-free workplace and is an EEO employer. As an inclusive workplace, we support reasonable workplace adjustment. If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please notify us on your application form.

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and may be required to undertake a national police clearance as part of the recruitment process.

We kindly ask for no recruiters at this stage.

NOTES:

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