Planner (Gr F/G)
Kingston
Role
Who You Are
You are a detail-oriented and organized professional with a deep understanding of urban planning and development management processes. You possess a passion for high-quality design, compliance with planning policies, and are eager to contribute to the development of sustainable communities. With strong communication and negotiation skills, you aim to facilitate effective and efficient planning solutions.
What the job involves
The Planning Officer (Development Management) role involves processing, evaluating, and making recommendations on various planning applications, including listed building consents and lawful development certificates. You will conduct site visits and negotiate with developers to ensure compliance with high-quality design standards and regulations. Additionally, you will provide professional pre-application advice to stakeholders, prepare detailed reports, present to the Planning Committee, ensure compliance with relevant planning policies, and handle planning appeals when necessary.
Skills
- Degree in Town Planning or related discipline
- Understanding of planning legislation and policies
- Strong negotiation skills
- Report writing abilities
- Ability to handle confrontational situations
- Ability to manage a high-volume, diverse caseload