The Huon Valley Council is the southernmost local government area in Australia and one of the biggest employers in the region with around 200 employees across a broad range of service areas that serve our community.
Our mission is to work in partnership with the community to improve the quality of life for the people of the Huon Valley by investing in a dynamic, sustainable and equitable future. Working with us means being part of a vibrant community with talented, committed and supportive people who are passionate about the work they deliver.
We believe people who display our values of Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Service Excellence, and Continuous Improvement are great employees. We are a forward thinking organisation responding to the unique and changing needs of our community and people.
We are committed to building an inclusive community and workplace and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages, and identities.
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Current Vacancies
The Huon Valley Council owns and operates three Children’s Services Centres in Huonville, Geeveston and Dover and two Medical Centres in Geeveston and Dover. Expressions of Interest are currently open.
Find out more about Huon Valley Children’s Services.
Find out more about Huon Valley Council Medical Careers.
The Huon Valley Council has a range of opportunities available:
Technical Officer – Planning (000039)
About This Position
Applications Close on Monday, 1 July 2024
- Newly created position
- Working from home flexibility available.
- $79,071 per annum
- 14.5% Employer Superannuation
The Role
As the Technical Officer – Planning you will:
- Provide a ‘single point’ of contact for customers.
- Provide support and assistance to the Statutory Planning Team
- Assist in preparing process and workflow template documentation.
- Draft reports for applications of a minor nature for final review and decision.
Mandatory Requirements
Skills & Experience
The successful applicant will have the following:
- Extensive experience in statutory planning in Tasmania, with a Diploma or Bachelor Degree in a relevant field
- Strong experience applying either an Interim planning scheme or the Tasmanian Planning Scheme to applications.
- Ability to manage time and prioritise workloads within statutory timeframes.
- Experience with the use of a range of systems used in the assessment process (GIS, MS Office, ECM, Pathway or the like)
What’s on offer
- Great opportunity to join a dynamic and inclusive team
- Work-life balance with part time role
- An organisation culture of improvement and togetherness
- Access to personalised development plans and ongoing learning and development
How to Apply
Does this sound like you?
To be considered for this role lease provide a copy of your current Resume and Short Form Application (maximum 2 pages) outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the selection criteria. The preferred candidate will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check.
Applications that fail to address this requirement will not be considered further.
For further information on this position, including a position description, visit www.huonvalley.tas.gov.au/jobs or contact Robyn Bevilacqua, Senior Planning Officer,
on (03) 6264 9469.
Your application can be submitted via the website above.
Position Type
Full-Time
Application Close Date
Salary Range
$79,071 per annum pro rata + 14.5% super