PLANNING OFFICER

We pride ourselves on helping people understand and navigate Tasmania’s complex land use planning system, making it easier for applicants to undertake appropriate use and development in a sustainable manner, and ensuring community needs are considered in that process. 

Council is seeking an enthusiastic and solutions-focused Planning Officer who will get a kick out of supporting sustainable growth in Tasmania’s Central Coast. 

The Planning Officer position contributes to the Council’s Development Support team, whose function is to deliver strategic planning, statutory planning and enforcement processes which: 

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a friendly work environment with a team that is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusiveness and respect where every employee feels valued and supported. 

Essential:  Tertiary qualifications and/or experience in land use planning or a related field and a demonstrated “solutions focus” including the ability to work with applicants to help them understand their options for achieving compliance. 

Salary and conditions:  Full-time position.  Central Coast Council’s Enterprise Agreement – Professional Officer Level 1.2 – 1.6 ($74,254 – $86,434). Remuneration will be commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.

Applications must be on the prescribed form, indicate the position you are applying for, address the Selection Criteria in the Position Description and be emailed to [email protected] 

The Position Description and Application Form are available to download below: 

For any enquiries please phone (03) 6429 8956. 

Applications close at 4pm on Friday 2 August 2024.