ABOUT THE COMPANY.

Canterbury-Bankstown Council has recently opened an opportunity for a Senior Strategic Planner to join their team, early September start. The successful candidate will work within a high performing and collaborative team to communicate and promote relevant planning policies.

ABOUT THE POSITION.

In this role, you will report to the Coordinator Strategic Assessments, with a primary focus on preparing planning proposals for major precincts and engaging with key stakeholders to help shape a vibrant, attractive, and liveable city that the community values and enjoys.

DUTIES.

• Lead the assessment of major development, planning proposals, and State Significant Development proposals
• Contribute to and update planning and design policy
• Reviewing and updating Council’s planning framework
• Prepare reports, provide expert advice to internal and external stakeholders, and coordinate input from specialist consultants

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE.

• Degree in Urban/Town Planning or related
• Experience in preparing and negotiating planning agreements
• Experience in Town Planning specifically preparing and assessing planning proposals
• Experience in preparation of development control plans
• Competent in preparing and giving presentations to internal and external stakeholders, taking meeting minutes and other administrative tasks expected from the role

CULTURE.

This team prides themselves on their strong level of collaboration and motivation to continuously deliver to a high standard. The team focuses on assisting each other to further grow and develop on both a personal and professional level.

BENEFITS.

• Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with a 35 hour work week and flexible work arrangement
• Expand on your industry connections and networks
• Join on a 6 month contract with opportunity for extension

HOW TO APPLY.

Click 'Apply for this job', or contact Truc Do on [email protected] for a confidential discussion.