Job Description:
Planning Officer Role in South-West WA
Hays are partnering with a Government department in the Bussleton area to find a Planning Officer for a permanent position.
Key Responsibilities:
* Support the Senior Planning Officer in ensuring the Council meets its planning obligations and provides a high-quality service.
* Conduct strategic planning tasks, including amending schemes, creating local planning policies, and preserving council heritage.
* Assist with statutory planning processes, assessing development applications, and preparing reports.
* Respond to complaints, investigate non-compliance with planning legislation, and conduct site visits.
* Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including developers, consultants, and landowners.
Requirements:
* Tertiary qualifications in Urban and Regional Planning or similar equivalent.
* Strong research, evaluation, and report-writing abilities.
* At least 3 years of experience working in statutory and/or strategic planning within local government.
* Working knowledge of WA town planning legislation and a C Class Driver's Licence.