Salary$132,****** to $153,****** p/a + superWork from Home (WFH) options / Versatile Working ArrangementsAccess to private use of a vehicle through Council's Private Leaseback SchemeAbout Ku-ring-gai CouncilKu-ring-gai is one of Sydney's most beautiful and environmentally rich areas, located just 16km north of the CBD.With a mix of vibrant town centres, leafy residential areas, heritage precincts, and natural bushland, we are a local government area committed to balancing growth with sustainability, character, and community values.About the roleAs an Executive Assessment Officer, you will play a key role in the assessment of complex and sensitive development applications, modifications, review applications and related planning matters.
Your expertise will help ensure development outcomes align with statutory requirements, protect local amenity and support Council's strategic planning objectives.Reporting to the Team Leader Development Assessment, your duties will include, but are not limited to:Assess and report on complex Development Applications, modifications, and review applications in accordance with the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act **** and relevant policiesPrepare high-quality, well-reasoned assessment reports, including recommended conditions of consent or clear reasons for refusal that adhere to legal and procedural requirementsProvide accurate technical advice and specialist support to internal teams, the public, Councillors, and external stakeholdersRepresent Council at site inspections, Planning Panel meetings, court proceedings, and other forums as requiredMentor and develop junior planning staff,



sharing technical expertise and fostering a collaborative, high-performing team cultureInvestigate complaints, respond to public enquiries, and assist with compliance matters as requiredQualifications, Skills & experienceTertiary qualifications in Town Planning, Building Surveying or a related disciplineMinimum five years' experience in town planning or building surveying, preferably within local governmentDemonstrated experience in statutory planning, development assessment and the application of relevant planning legislation, environmental assessment processes and development control principlesProven ability to assess complex development applications and prepare clear, concise and legally robust assessment reportsStrong communication, stakeholder engagement and conflict resolution skills, with the ability to build effective working relationshipsExcellent organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities, together with a current Class C Driver LicenceWork from Home (WFH) options / Flexible Working Arrangements to support work-life balanceAccess to private use of a vehicle through Council's Private Leaseback SchemeFree onsite parkingAccess to Fitness PassportUp to $100 Health & Fitness yearly reimbursement (conditional)Opportunity to purchase up to 2 weeks additional annual leave per calendar yearFree confidential Employee Assistance ProgramHighly skilled, collaborative, and forward-thinking planning teamAccess to a wide range of development and training opportunitiesContact Jonathan Goodwill on *********Ku-ring-gai Council is an equal opportunity employer
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📌 Executive Assessment Officer (New South Wales)
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