Trainee Town Planner
Job No:
COR1436
Location:
North Ryde
- Exciting student level role to kickstart your career in Town Planning
- Mentoring and on the job training provided
- Join a friendly and experienced team of professionals
About Us
Our council delivers a broad range of services, projects, programs, and events. We are actively committed to innovation, sustainability, resilience and providing exceptional customer experiences, and this relies on attracting and keeping great people. We offer a range of benefits, including flexible work arrangements, health and wellbeing programs, a learning and development program including study support, and a reward and recognition program.
About the Role
This is a fantastic opportunity to gain real experience and apply your knowledge as a Trainee Town Planner. In this role you will interact with both internal and external stakeholders in the review and assessment of development proposals and to provide advice on various development enquiries, proposals, lodgement of development applications, modifications, 8.3 Reviews, subdivision certificates, CDCs and post consent certificates.
You will also perform a variety of administrative functions including using the NSW Planning Portal for review of applications and DA lodgement on a daily basis, maintaining Council’s systems and databases, filing documentation, organising meetings, answering and responding to phone calls, emails, and letter enquiries, and performing other tasks and projects as required.
This is a temporary 2-year position offered whilst you are undertaking your tertiary studies. This role will suit someone currently studying a Town Planning degree or similar as Council offers various flexible working arrangements to ensure this opportunity can fit in with your studies. This position is to commence in January 2025.
The salary for this position working a 35-hour week is $920.10 per week + Superannuation
About You
We are looking for a passionate undergraduate or postgraduate student studying a Town Planning degree or similar, with a commitment to serving the community.
In addition, you will also have:
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills
- Ability to plan and priorities workloads to meet deadlines
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Excellent levels of attention to detail
Culture & Benefits
- Commitment to providing opportunities for work/life balance
- Free shuttle bus between the North Ryde Office and North Ryde Metro Station
- Hybrid work from home and office arrangements available for eligible positions
- Flexibility regarding start and finish times to suit your lifestyle
- 18 weeks paid parental leave (for eligible employees)
- 3 extra grant days at Christmas to ensure you have time to enjoy the holiday
- Annual performance reviews and Award increases
- Opportunity to sign up as a fitness passport member
- Various health & well-being initiatives (i.e. flu vaccinations, etc.)
How to apply
Please ensure you give full answers to the online application questions, showcasing your abilities and experience. Your answers, in conjunction with your resume, will determine if you are invited to an interview.
Please note you do not need a “password” to use our on-line application system, however you have the option save and return to your application prior to the closing date. In addition to answering the online questions, this position requires you to attach your Resume to complete the application process. Please note, you are not required to submit a cover letter or a statement addressing selection criteria.
Closing Date: Sunday 24 November 2024 at 11:30pm
If you would like to know more, please see the position description or contact Sanju Reddy on 0466 937 047 for a confidential discussion.
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