Full Time - Permanent

This is a newly created position established to meet the increasing demands of the area, assessing over 3000 applications each year and providing the successful candidate with the opportunity to assess a diverse range of development applications, including coastal, primary production, residential infill and greenfield, industrial, commercial, retail and mixed-use developments.

About the Position

The Development Officer (Planning) is responsible for the assessment of development applications against the Planning & Design Code, and the provision of professional town planning advice to the Council Assessment Panel and customers relating to the planning, development assessment and compliance responsibilities of council.

The position requires solid working relationships with the Development Services team as well as various internal and external consultants and stakeholders.

About You

Working as part of a collaborative Planning team in a fast-paced, results driven and fun environment – your energy, positivity and passion for planning assessment will enable you to undertake the timely assessment of development applications. You will have a minimum 12 months experience in planning assessment using the Planning & Design Code. Degree qualified in Planning or a similar discipline, you’ll be no stranger to multi-tasking in an operational planning assessment position. You will possess highly developed interpersonal and written skills and the ability to collaborate effectively.

Key Selection Criteria:

1. Demonstrated planning assessment experience with the ability to build and maintain relationships.
2. Proven experience using the PlanSA portal and interpreting the Planning and Design Code and associated legislation.
3. Flexible approach to problem solving, with a focus on continuous improvement.
4. Passion and value for outstanding customer service.
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This position would be the perfect opportunity for a planner to apply their existing skillset and broaden their experience assessing a diverse range of development applications.

Working for Council

Some of the benefits of working with us include:

- Competitive salary
- Fun and energetic team
- Generous leave entitlements including 3 additional paid days over Christmas
- Flexible ways of working
- Free parking
- An expansive health & wellbeing program
- Salary sacrificing options

If, after reading the position description you have any queries or require further information, please contact Megan Elson, Team Leader Planning on (08) •••• •177.

Application Process:

To be considered for this position, all applicants must submit a resume and a cover letter addressing how they meet each of the key selection criteria detailed within this advertisement. It is mandatory to provide detailed explanations of relevant experience and qualifications related to the criteria outlined above.

Applicants will be assessed based on their ability to demonstrate relevant experience for the position and alignment with the City of Onkaparinga’s Values and Behaviours.

The City of Onkaparinga is committed to a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and individuals with disabilities. For any adjustments during the recruitment process or on the job, contact [email protected].

The City of Onkaparinga advises that the recruitment process includes a medical assessment – including drug and alcohol testing, confirmation of experience and stated qualifications and may also include psychometric testing.

Applications close – 5pm Friday 13 November 2026

“We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified. Applicants are encouraged to apply early.”

📌 Development Officer - Planning (Noarlunga Centre)
🏢 City of Onkaparinga
📍 Noarlunga Centre