We are seeking an experienced Senior Statutory Planner to assess and determine a diverse range of planning applications while delivering high-quality planning advice to stakeholders and the community. This role offers the opportunity to manage complex statutory planning matters, represent the organisation at tribunal hearings, and contribute to high-profile developments within a fast-paced metropolitan environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess and determine planning permit applications and related statutory planning matters.
- Prepare planning reports, recommendations and permit decisions.
- Provide expert advice on planning policies, controls and processes.
- Conduct pre-application meetings and liaise with applicants, consultants and community members.
- Facilitate community consultation and stakeholder engagement.
- Represent the organisation at VCAT hearings, mediations and directions hearings.
- Present recommendations to planning committees and decision-makers.
- Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with legislative requirements
- Tertiary qualification in Town Planning or a related discipline.
- Strong knowledge of the Victorian planning system, including the Planning and Environment Act 1987 and Victoria Planning Provisions.
- Experience managing statutory planning applications within either local government or the private sector.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and meet statutory deadlines.
- Experience presenting matters before VCAT is highly regarded.
At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.
