Port Macquarie-Hastings Council

Environmental Planner

About the Opportunity

At PMHC every employee plays a part in ensuring we work together to achieve positive outcomes for our community. To help us achieve this we are seeking an experienced Environmental Planner to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out and coordinating Council Review of Environmental Factors (REF) for Part 5 approvals as well as providing advice on legislative pathways for Council activities. In addition, this role also supports and occasionally advises on the environmental components of external development applications.

The Environmental Planner will identify and scope the environmental constraints associated with Council activities and projects as well as development (on occasion) to provide timely advice.

To succeed in this role, you will have tertiary qualifications in town planning, urban design or related discipline. As well as demonstrated experience in providing specialist ecological advice regarding the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979 and other legislation relating to planning and environmental legislation.

On a typical day this role will:

• Investigate - the scope of works, ecological constraints and legislative context
• Analyse - what is the desired outcome and how will we achieve it?
• Balance - has the environmental impact been minimized by the design?
• Collaborate - have all the key people been involved in the design?

About you:

• Critical thinker - the ability to interpret complex information and find solutions to complex problems within a legislative framework.
• Problem solver - the key to this role is to deliver design solutions that protect the environment as far as practicable.
• Developer - we strive for process improvement and the development of efficient process is important to the team as a whole.
• Flexibility - being able to apply knowledge and experience across a range of deliverables

Remuneration and Benefits

Employment Type: Full time, Permanent 35 hours per week.

Salary: Strating range of $94,301 to $105,552 depending on skills and experience PLUS 11.5% superannuation.

Benefits:

• Flexible work arrangements - hybrid working and flexi-time
• Discounted gym membership through membership to Fitness Passport
• Career development opportunities
• Annual salary increase as per the Local Government (State) Award 2023 plus annual salary review
• Long service leave after 5 years
• Generous employee assistance program
• Salary packaging options available through Salary Packaging Australia and Maxxia
• Recognition through our annual awards ceremony celebrating and rewarding staff achievements

About the Port Macquarie Hastings Region

The region is one of Australia's most enviable locations. We boast a stunning hinterland, kilometres of pristine beaches, national parks, playgrounds, sporting facilities, restaurants, galleries, theatres and a genuine community vibe. The Mid-North Coast is perfect for hiking, surfing, camping, fishing, exploration, sports, arts, theatre, food and wine.

Questions?

If you would like to know more about this opportunity or have any questions about the role please contact Karen Love on (02) 6581 8692.

Interested in Applying?

Please complete the application form below and answer the questions which relate to the essential and desirable criteria within the selection criteria OR position description, then upload a copy of your resume and cover letter.

You will find the position description & selection criteria (which ever applies) when you apply for the role.

You may find it helpful to write your response to the questions in a word document then copy/paste this into the application form once you are ready to submit your application.

Applications Close: Tuesday 22 April at 11.30pm 2025

Notes:

Suitable candidates may be placed on a talent pool or eligibility list for future identical, or similar positions for a period of 12 months.

Please upload documents in PDF format.

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