Coordinator Planning Assessment - Local Council
Location: Moss Vale, NSW
Salary: $163,137 + Super and Leaseback Vehicle
Work-life balance offering flexible working arrangements

I am currently recruiting for an experienced Coordinator to lead a Development Assessment team within a progressive local government setting. This is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing complex development applications and supporting a team of planning professionals.

The Opportunity

This position will see you managing a team of Planning Officers to deliver timely, high-quality development assessments across a broad range of applications. You will play an integral role in ensuring compliance with statutory frameworks while promoting a customer-focused approach to development outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the assessment, review and determination of development proposals, including residential, commercial, industrial, and subdivision applications

• Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team, promoting a high-performance, collaborative culture

• Provide technical advice on complex planning and development matters

• Represent the organisation in pre-lodgement meetings, Local and Regional Planning Panels, and Court proceedings

• Drive continuous improvement of processes, systems and service delivery

• Engage with key stakeholders to facilitate development outcomes in line with legislative requirements and council objectives

About You

• Tertiary qualifications in Town Planning, Urban and Regional Planning or a related field

• Minimum of five years' demonstrated experience in Local Government Planning and Development Assessment

• Strong understanding of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 and related legislation

• Proven leadership capability with experience building and managing high-performing teams

• Ability to manage complex development assessments and provide sound, practical advice

• Well-developed communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Benefits

• Leadership role with team management responsibility

• Opportunity to work on a diverse range of development projects

• Influence continuous improvement initiatives and process innovation

• Supportive team culture and professional development focus

If you are an experienced Planner ready to step into a leadership role or expand your existing coordination experience, please contact Olivia Vince on 0406 560 343.