Griffith City Council

Trainee Development Assessment Planner – Full Time Term Appointment – 2 Years – Readvertised

Griffith is one of the most vibrant regional economies in Australia with a large export sector and mature and developing enterprises in value-added food & wine production, retail, residential and industrial development, tourism and agriculture. The city boasts a cosmopolitan lifestyle that has a young & diverse multi-cultural population with authentic cafes and the region’s renowned wine producers. Griffith City Council is proactive and energetic and passionate about creating ongoing opportunities for our growing population.

Council is seeking applications from enthusiastic motivated individuals for the following position.

TRAINEE DEVELOPMENT ASSESSMENT PLANNER (Full Time Term appointment – 2 years) - Readvertised

The purpose of the Trainee Development Assessment Planner is to assist the Development Assessment Planning Team. In this role you will learn to assess and make recommendations, as well as deliver general advice, relating to low-impact development assessments.

This entry-level Pathways 2680 position is perfect for someone highly motivated and enthusiastic looking to gain on-the-job experience and practical knowledge whilst working towards a nationally accredited qualification. A good knowledge of the local area is advantageous.

This traineeship will run for a period of two (2) years, and will include on-the-job training, coaching and mentoring from experienced professionals. At the end of the traineeship program you will attain a nationally recognised vocational qualification. 

Skills & Knowledge: The successful applicant must have completed HSC and will require computer skills in the Microsoft Office suite and good written and verbal communication skills.

Hours of work: 35 hours per week. 

Salary and conditions: Remuneration offered will be in accordance with clause 32C wage rates of the Local Government (State) Award 2023. Starting salary $803.30 per week plus Superannuation.

Griffith City Council offers;   

• Location & Lifestyle
• Pro rata annual leave
• Pro rata sick leave each year
• Career Development opportunities
• Employee Health & Assistance programs
• Access to the fitness passport program
• Fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience
• 100% of training and study costs paid for by Council

Special conditions: Only those with current rights to work in Australia may apply. Must be eligible to enroll into a Certificate IV in Local Government qualification.

Applications close: Monday, 24 March 2025.

For any questions about the role please contact Carel Potgieter on 1300 176 077.

Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Child Safe Organisation. We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQIA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. People with disability are encouraged to reach out so they can be supported in recruitment processes, to enable them to demonstrate their skills and capabilities to meet the requirements of the job.