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Hawkesbury City Council.Salary Range $102k to $122k per annum9 Day FortnightOn-Site Parking and Leaseback Vehicle OptionFitness Passport OptionHawkesbury City Council is the largest local government area in metropolitan NSW covering 2,800 square kilometres, incorporating both urban and rural communities.
We are committed to working together to deliver outcomes for the community through innovation and best practice.Hawkesbury City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people.
We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.The RoleAs the Senior Strategic Planner you will enjoy a diverse and diverse workload.
Reporting to the Strategic Planning Co-Ordinator and based in Windsor, you will develop strategic policies relating to land development and advise on complex planning matters using best practice principles.About YouTo be successful in this position you must have a degree qualification in Town Planning and a strong background in Land Use Strategy/plan development supported by expertise with related legislation.
You will have excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.Essential CriteriaDegree qualification in Town Planning, Urban Planning or related discipline recognised by the Planning Institute of Australia.Demonstrated experience in strategic land use planning within Local Government or a comparable planning environment (typically 6+ years).




Extensive experience preparing and managing Planning Proposals and Local Environmental Plans.Experience preparing Development Control Plans and strategic planning policies.Experience managing complex planning projects involving multiple stakeholders.Experience preparing reports for Council and Executive.Experience leading community consultation and stakeholder engagementExperience managing consultants and multidisciplinary projectsHigh Level interpersonal, negotiation and communication skillsExcellent written communication skills, including ability to prepare reportsClass C driver's licenceThe right to live and work in AustraliaWHS General Construction Work in NSWWorking with Children Check (WWCC)Successful applicants will be required to undergo background (police) checks and medical declarationDesirable CriteriaPost graduate studies in Management, Environment or LawMember of Planning Institute of AustraliaKnowledge of the Local Government Act ****The RewardsGreat working environmentRostered Day OffFlexible work arrangementsTertiary Education AssistanceHealth and Wellbeing ProgramTraining and Development OpportunitiesEmployee Reward and Recognition programFitness Passport OptionSocial Club - BBQs, Christmas parties, raffles and activitiesEmployee Assistance Program for employees and their familyApplications close Sunday, 23rd August ****Applicants who do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for this position.Please note that the canvassing of Councillors in relation to these matters will automatically disqualify the applicant from this process.
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📌 Senior Strategic Land Use Planner (New South Wales)
🏢 Hawkesbury City Council
📍 New South Wales