Applications close on Tuesday, 23 September 2025

Make your mark in Planning

Diverse range of planning applications

Supportive professional environment

Career development opportunities

Flexible work hours between 7am to 7pm (upon discussion)

Work from home flexibility

Monthly RDO

Starting annual wage of $88,868 plus 15% Superannuation

About the Role
Looking for your next step in Local Government planning? Join our collaborative team where you'll assess a variety of planning applications while developing your expertise. Located just 30 minutes from Hobart, we offer the perfect blend of professional growth and lifestyle benefits.

What You'll Do

Assess planning applications and prepare planning reports

Provide pre-application advice to developers and community

Contribute to planning scheme amendments

Work with a supportive team of planning professionals

What You'll Bring

Planning qualification or relevant experience

Understanding of Tasmanian planning framework or ability to obtain

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Enthusiasm for supporting team members and collaboration

Strong computer skills with emphasis on GIS

Ability to adapt to business processes and software

What We Offer

Professional development opportunities

Mentoring from experienced planners

Supportive team focused on innovation and excellence

Monthly RDOs and flexible arrangements

Above-standard 15% super

Lifestyle benefits of Huon Valley living

How to Apply

Does this sound like you?

Share your experience through:

Your resume, and a

A short form application (maximum 3 pages) demonstrating your:

Planning experience

Understanding of Tasmanian planning frameworks

Communication and stakeholder engagement skills, and

Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines

Applications must include both resume and short form application to be considered.

Pre-employment screening, including a national police check, will be required for the preferred candidate.

Please note, video interviews may be a requirement of this recruitment process.

For further information on this position, including a position description, visit www.huonvalley.tas.gov.au/jobs or contact Rahul Babu, Technical Manager Planning, 03 6264 0323.

Your application can be submitted via the website above.