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Be passionate. Be progressive. Hawkesbury City Council.Salary Range $113K - $135K per annum9 Day FortnightFlexible work arrangements including hybrid/work from homeLeaseback Vehicle + Onsite ParkingFitness Passport OptionAbout the HawkesburyHawkesbury 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 roleReporting to the Coordinator Town Planning and based in Windsor, the purpose of this position is to manage major and complex Development Applications, take a lead role in Land and Setting Court proceedings, assist with driving business improvement as well as mentoring and coaching the team to ensure high performance and superior customer experience.About YouThis role will suit a planning professional with extensive experience in the NSW Planning system and a passion to effect change in light of the Ministerial Statement of Expectations and planning reforms. You will work amongst a high preforming team of planning professionals where your proactive attitude and the ability to deal with complex matters through proven written and verbal communication skills will augment the team further in its journey of culture and performance . Using your attention to detail,



your judgement and initiative with a solution-based approach to all situations, you will thrive working with the management team on taking on interesting challenges relating to a broad range of planning issues that confront metropolitan and peri-urban areas, whilst being able to think independently and act pragmatically in prioritising complex tasks in a timely and accurate manner.Essential CriteriaTertiary qualifications in Urban Planning or equivalentDemonstrated extensive experience in dealing with a wide range of complex Development Applications and experience in negotiating directly with applicants to achieve high quality planning outcomes.Strong analytical and judgment in planning concepts with demonstrated experience in working independentlyDemonstrated experience in Land and Environment Court of NSW Practices and ProceduresHighly developed skills in effective communication, report writing skills and oral communication.Demonstrated experience in business improvement initiatives in the Development Assessment contextExperience in mentoring staff, conflict resolution and negotiation.The right to live and work in AustraliaClass C Drivers LicenceWHS General Construction Work in NSWWorking with Children Check (WWCC)Successful applicants will be required to undergo background (police) checks and medical declarationThe RewardsGreat working environmentFortnightly Rostered Day OffPaid Parental LeaveFlexible work arrangementsTertiary Education AssistanceHealth and Wellbeing ProgramLong Service Leave after 5 yearsTraining and Development OpportunitiesEmployee Reward and Recognition programFitness Passport OptionSocial Club - BBQs, Christmas parties, raffles and activitiesEmployee Assistance Program for employees and their family

📌 Executive Assessment Planner (Colo)
🏢 Hawkesbury City Council
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