East Gippsland Shire Council – Bairnsdale VIC3d ago , from East Gippsland Shire CouncilWhy join the Planning and Development team atEast Gippsland Shire Council?
The East Gippsland Shire Council Planning andDevelopment team is a multi-skilled unit, with Statutory and Strategic planners,building and planning inspectors, technical experts and an excellent supportteam of administration officers.
The team maintains a strong capacity and commitment toserving our community.
We pride ourselves on our teamwork, resilience andcollaborative approach both in the team and with our stakeholders.We Are East Gippsland ShireEastGippsland covers 10% of the state with over 21,000 square km of land includinghigh country, national parks, marine parks, inland lake systems and stunningcoastlines.
EGSC offers challenging and rewarding skills development and theability to work with a range of engaging strategic planning projects.Aunique blend of nature, culture, and recreational opportunities, East GippslandShire is a captivating destination for those looking to broaden their skillswhilst enjoying an enviable lifestyle.Position OverviewAs a Strategic Planner, you will play a key role in shaping the future of land use within East Gippsland.
This position leads and coordinates strategic planning projects, ensuring alignment with Council's priorities and compliance with relevant legislation.In this role you will:Develop and manage strategic land use planning projects, including the preparation and processing of Planning Scheme Amendments.Provide specialist advice on strategic planning and policy matters to internal teams, Council, and external stakeholders.Prepare reports, briefing papers, and submissions for Council and external panels,



contributing to informed decision-making.Engage with the community and stakeholders, facilitating consultation processes and collaborative planning outcomes.This is a full-time position based at Council's Business Centre in Bairnsdale and operates under our hybrid working model.
An initial period of full-time office-based work will be required to support onboarding and training, with hybrid working arrangements available once the successful candidate has developed sufficient knowledge and capability in the role.
While hybrid work flexibility is available, this role cannot be completed living outside of the region - an ongoing expectation of working from the office at least three days per week applies.Why you'll love EGSC:Flexible workingarrangements including ***** hybrid office/WFH options, monthly ADOs andadditional purchased leave optionsWork on a bandedsalary that increases annually to the top end of the bandSupport to grow yourcareer through professional development opportunities and study assistanceDiscounted membershipto our Recreation CentresAnnual leave loadingpaid as a lump sum each year in DecemberEmployee AssistanceProgram and Social ClubA stunning region tolive, work and play in - beaches, lakes and mountains right at yourfingertips!
Diversity inrange of interesting projects – natural environment, built workplace,small towns, coastal development,



rural land & agricultural matters.What we require fromyou (Key Selection Criteria)Formalqualifications and minimum 2 years demonstrated relevant experience.Provenknowledge and understanding of current strategic planning issues, particularlyas that relates to the Local Government environment.Specialistknowledge in strategic planning processes and in particular in the preparationand processing of Planning Scheme Amendments (knowledge of ATS system will beadvantageous).
Demonstratedanalytical, research and report writing skills in relation to land useplanning.Demonstratedexperience in community and engagement activities for strategic planningmatters.Excellent verbaland written communication skills.Demonstratedproject management skills.If successful, you will need to undertake a police check and provide evidence of your relevant qualifications.
You must also be legally entitled to work in Australia.Questions?
For a confidential discussion, please contact Karl Tracksdorf, Strategic Planning Projects Coordinator, on .
Applications on 30 August ****East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to being a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all.
This includes people with adisability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identifyas LGBTIQA+, gender diverse people, religiously, culturally and linguisticallydiverse people and people of any age.East Gippsland Shire Council is committed toupholding the Child Safe Standards and has a zero tolerance for child abuse andharm.
To uphold these standards a valid working with children check is requiredto be held for applicable positions.
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📌 Strategic Planner (Bairnsdale)
🏢 East Gippsland Shire Council
📍 Bairnsdale