· Help plan & shape the future of this thriving region

· Showcase your best practice planning skills & experience

· $97,891 - $105,794 plus Super, RDO & some flexible WFH

Coorong District Council is SA’s largest rural council by land area. The district spans 8,832 sqm of predominantly primary industries and residential living, and is home to The Bend Motorsport Park.

With the main service centre at Tailem Bend, just over an hour (approx. 95kms) Southeast of Adelaide’s CBD, other major centres within the district include Meningie and Tintinara.

Reporting to the Manager Development Services the Planning Officer plays a key role in delivering high quality customer service and professional planning advice to both internal and external stakeholders.

Specific responsibilities will include:

Undertaking a broad range of development and planning activities, ensuring planning outcomes are sound, reasonable, and aligned with applicable legislation, statutory requirements and Council policies

Providing accurate, professional, and well informed statutory planning advice to Council and the wider community, in accordance with the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act and associated regulations, legislation and the Planning and Design Code

Efficiently receiving, processing, assessing and make informed recommendations on planning applications, ensuring compliance with relevant administrative requirements, legislation, regulations and statutory frameworks

Conducting pre-assessments and inspections of new building and development works to ensure compliance with approvals and relevant legislation, and to support Council’s compliance with Practice Directions

Investigating suspected breaches through site inspections and reporting

Responding promptly and professionally to public enquiries via counter, phone, and written communication, providing clear and informative advice

Liaising, with land agents, solicitors, and other stakeholders regarding section 7 statements and related enquiries

Assisting in the development and maintenance of Council’s Development Information Guides and other public communication materials.

We seek a tertiary qualified team oriented Planner who is a Member of the Planning Institute of Australia (or eligible), is computer literate, has a great customer service ethic, and possesses strong professional judgement.

Relevant experience from local, state or a consultancy environment in development application and assessment is required.

Coorong District Council offers a range of employee benefits including; monthly RDO, access to the LGA’s Health Lifestyle & Employee Assistance Programs, income protection & salary sacrificing benefits, paid professional membership (e.g., Planning Institute of Australia), professional development opportunities & a great culture.

Please apply online via the Seek advertisement and quote reference CDC070725 or before 9:00 am on 21 July 2025.

Enquiries are most welcome and/or to obtain a Candidate Information Pack please phone, text or email Heather Oliver at LG Talent in confidence on 0404 801 969 or via [email protected]