Strategic Planner

• A varied and challenging role that will provide support for major strategic projects.
• Competitive annual salary commencing at $90,446.20, plus up to 13% superannuation.
• Great range of additional benefits, including health & wellness programs, salary sacrifice options, salary packaging arrangements and a fortnightly RDO.

About the Region

Gympie is at the heart of a rapidly expanding region which stretches from rural valleys in our western reaches to the Cooloola Coast.  Bordering Noosa and Fraser Coast Local Government areas, we are uniquely positioned to grow whilst still retaining our country charm.  Our borders with North and South Burnett, and the Somerset Local Government areas link with our rural lifestyle, where you can enjoy our picturesque smaller townships, or our abundant local history.  Our local festivals such as the Gympie Music Muster are renowned both nationally and internationally. 

For someone seeking a high quality of life, with pristine natural areas and spectacular beaches, all within reach of Noosa, the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane, we are offering this unique opportunity.

Strategic Planner

Remuneration: Annual salary commencing a $90,446.20 plus up to 13% superannuation

Closing Date: Sunday 21st April 2024 at 11.00pm AEST

No late applications will be accepted.  Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered. Unsolicited applications from agencies will not be considered. 

Role Overview

To contribute to the timely review of the Gympie Regional Council Planning Scheme in line with legislative requirements and develop land use planning policy to support Council’s vision and a liveable, prosperous, well designed and sustainable region.

To provide support for strategic projects to strengthen local communities, boost the local economy and reinforce a sense of place, through a focus on streetscape and public domain improvements.

Essential Knowledge & Skills: 

• Qualifications (Post Graduate Degree, Degree, or Post Graduate Diploma) in planning recognised for corporate membership by the Planning Institute of Australia, or equivalent experience in planning related positions.
• Demonstrated experience preparing strategic planning policy and providing technical advice on matters relating to the local government planning framework.
• Highly developed knowledge of the statutory requirements relevant to the role and the ability to translate these requirements into Planning Scheme drafting.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously as well as within a multi-faceted team to contribute to the delivery of the Branch’s priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively, identify workload priorities and meet deadlines.
• Queensland ‘C’ Class driver’s licence or above that is current and maintained.

Essential Requirements: 

• Contribute to the preparation, enhancement, implementation and maintenance of Council’s strategic planning policy framework, including Planning Scheme review.
• Contribute to the delivery of effective community engagement processes to inform Planning Scheme review, strategic planning policy development and project outcomes, as well as meet statutory obligations.
• Develop and maintain productive and positive professional relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including government agencies.
• Provide advice on matters relating to Council’s Planning Scheme.
• Assist in delivering an internal training program on major Planning Scheme amendments and a new Planning Scheme.
• Contribute to corporate processes relative to the Planning Strategy and Major Projects Branch.
• Support departmental productivity and process improvements by assisting Continuous Improvement projects within the Planning and Development Directorate

Position Description

For a full position description containing essential and desirable criteria, please click here. 

Who to Contact

For information regarding the requirements of this role, please contact Council's Manager Planning, Tania Stenholm on 07-5481 0421or email tania.stenholm@gympie.qld.gov.au

For assistance lodging your application using Council's online system, please contact Council's Officer Recruitment, Sue Rossi on 07-5481 0971 or email sue.rossi@gympie.qld.gov.au

What we offer?

• Nine day fortnight
• Access to employee health and well-being programs
• Fitness Passport: work out at over 25 local gyms for you and your family at a subsidised rate
• Long service leave after seven years
• Generous superannuation scheme of up to 13 per cent
• Access to salary sacrificing and salary packaging arrangements
• Employee assistance program offering free confidential counselling services for employees and their families.

Our Values

• Accountability
• Communication
• Customer Service Focused
• Integrity
• Teamwork and Collaboration

For a full explanation of our values please click here.  You will be assessed on your understanding of these values and how you have applied values such as these in your previous employment.

Our Process

Successful applicants will be required to undertake various checks such as skills, qualifications, reference, medical and national police.

Keen to apply

Keen to apply? Simply follow the instructions below:

1) Download and review the position description above
2) Complete the information below, as requested (please use an individualised email address as using another person's may effect your application, if you do not have one please follow this link to create a Gmail account)
3) Click 'APPLY'
4) Attach your resume, covering letter and a single document containing copies of your qualifications, licences or tickets as applicable.
5) Click 'NEXT' and 'CONFIRM'

Please note before continuing: It is advisable that you prepare your responses in a separate word or text document, saving your work as you go and that you then copy and paste this prepared information in the form before completing the application process. Please keep your responses to a maximum 300 words for each question.

Applications close on Sunday 21st April 2024 at 11.00pm AEST. No late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered.

Gympie Regional Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and our people represent the community which we service. We invite all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations People, and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds.