We have a contract Statutory Planner role available with an excellent client, which involves an immediate start. The position is with a Melbourne Council based to the south east of the CBD.

The contract will run for between 7 to 16 weeks and focus on assessing and making recommendations on applications for permits, with a particular focus on VicSmart and Subdivision applications.  
  
Key responsibilities include:
  
Assessment of Applications

• Assess and make recommendations on applications for permits under the Council Planning Scheme, with a focus on VicSmart and Subdivision applications
• Ensure that the processing of applications for permits and decisions is in accordance with the provisions of relevant Acts, Regulations and Council policies and within statutory timelines
• Exercise delegation powers, in accordance with Council’s Guidelines in respect of further information requests, referrals and the giving of notice
• Assess applications for subdivision and certification under the Subdivision Act 1988

Provision of Information and Advice

• Provide information and assistance to members of the public and development community to facilitate and ensure compliance with relevant planning provisions and Council policies
• Provide quality advice and guidance to applicants to ensure customer service standards are achieved and complaints and appeals are minimised where possible
• Participate in community consultation meetings/information sessions outside of normal working hours when necessary

Liaison with Internal and External Bodies

• Liaise across the organisation and externally as necessary to ensure the provision of high quality advice at the pre-application stage and throughout the application process
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships across the organisation, liaising with internal departments to exchange information and advice

Involvement in the Appeals Process

• Prepare Appeal submissions and represent Council at the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT)
• Liaise with Council's lawyers, external consultants, and other relevant parties with regard to Council's representation at Appeals
• Liaise with relevant officers at VCAT

Contribution to Policy Review

• Contribute to the formulation of Strategic Planning policies

To be successful in gaining this role you will require a formal qualification in planning together with membership or eligibility for membership to the Planning Institute of Australia.
  
Please note this role commences as soon as possible.
  
Should you be interested, please forward a current CV to nigel@oraus.com.au