Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council

Senior Town Planner

Senior Town Planner
Full-time - Ongoing

Position Number: 4506 & 4528                    Location: Queanbeyan

The Package: $92,645.28 - $102,375.52 gross per annum + 11.5% super. (Evaluated as Grade 14 of the QPRC Salary System 2024) and a guaranteed increase of 3% in 2025-26, plus potential performance-based progression.

Fulltime– 35 hours per week. Flexible work arrangements may apply.

Are you ready to shape the future of Queanbeyan-Palerang's built environment and make a lasting impact on your community? Council is seeking two professionals to join our team as Senior Town Planners.

In this role you will:

• Assess complex development applications, ensuring compliance with statutory obligations and Council policies.
• Mentor team members, fostering their understanding of statutory obligations and reinforcing team values.
• Manage and negotiate complex planning issues to reach suitable outcomes.
• Prepare documents regional planning panel matters.
• Facilitate input from diverse stakeholders.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a tertiary qualification in Town Planning or equivalent.
• Has experience in assessing Development Applications and knowledge of relevant legislation.
• Possesses excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrates strong conflict resolution techniques and a goal-oriented approach to their work.
• Can work independently and as part of a team.

Working with us: The successful candidate will join Council during an exciting period of development where they will observe the benefits of their contributions to the local community. They will enjoy an inclusive and diverse workplace committed to supporting professional growth, be provided with a range of professional development opportunities, and supportive health and wellbeing programs.

If you have any questions relating to the role, please contact:

Kylie Coe

Manager, Development

0475 988 253

Closing date: 9.00am Monday 24 February 2025