Tamworth Regional Council

Development Assessment Planner (Various)

Development Assessment Planner (Various)

Location:  Tamworth, NSW

Salary may be negotiated based on skills and experience

THE OPPORTUNITY

• Positions available for graduate and experienced planners
• Join a progressive Regional Council with a strong and varied development/building industry
• Join a fun and dynamic team serving the community

 COULD THIS BE YOU?

We are looking for motivated individuals who are passionate about helping to create the future Tamworth region.

You will have experience in planning and dealing with a range of customers including developers, consultants and members of the public.

You will have the ability to collaborate with staff, state agencies and the development industry to deliver positive community, economic and environmental outcomes for those who already call the region home as well as those who will choose Tamworth region as their desired place to live, work and play, with our strategic vision Blueprint 100 setting your direction.

The Senior Development Assessment Planner is responsible for:

• Ensure timely progression and review of major project development applications through the assessment process.
• Undertake planning and regulatory function in accordance with the EPA Act and Local Government Act
• Provide support and mentorship to development assessment officers, such as students and cadets. 
• Assist frontline Development Hub and Customer Service Officers in their responses to customer enquiries
• Provide specialist information and advice to customers
• Ensure accurate records are maintained in Council's corporate systems for all queries and complaints

The Development Assessment Planner is responsible for:

• Ensure timely progression and review of development applications through the assessment process.
• Undertake planning and regulatory functions in accordance with the EPA Act and Local Government Act
• Organise resources and activities to meet deadlines and service standards
• Address all customer queries and complaints received in Council’s corporate systems
• Assist frontline Development Hub and Customer Service Officers in their responses to customer enquiries
• Ensure accurate records are maintained in Council's corporate systems for all queries and complaints

TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL NEED

• Degree and Post Graduate Diploma OR 4 Year Degree in Planning or related discipline,
• Driver Licence
• Experience in assessing a range of Development Applications using relevant legislation;
• Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team;
• Demonstrated skillset in identifying work priorities and applying time management techniques; and
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills.

Recent town planning graduates or students are welcome to apply as well as experienced planners.

INTERESTED? WE LOOK FORWARD TO MEETING YOU! Follow the link below for more information on the role and region - Planning Today for Tamworth Tomorrow - https://youtu.be/LMVVtSrC1DM

Enquiries: For a confidential discussion regarding this position please contact Alice Elsley, Team Leader, Development Assessment Planning on 02 6767 5439.

Salary range: Grade 12 - 17 - $72,851.72- $103,104.86 per annum plus superannuation for a 35 hour work week plus competitive market allowances. Salary may be negotiated based on skills, experience and your value to our organisation.

Flexible working arrangements will be considered by mutual agreement and according to operational requirements.

Shortlisted applicants will be required to undertake a Pre-employment Medical Screening including Alcohol & Other Drugs Testing.

Apply Now! Applications Close: 11.59pm Friday, 4 July 2025

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WHY IS IT ‘WORTH’ WORKING AT TAMWORTH REGIONAL COUNCIL?

For your LIFESTYLE: More time in your day with flexibility for your passions, family or play!  It's Worth It - Lifestyle

For our COMMUNITY: Help create Tamworth tomorrow, leave your mark on our city. It's Worth It - Community

For your CAREER: Boost your career, the sky is the limit. It's Worth It - Career

For BELONGING: Join a family that values team spirit and genuinely cares about your wellbeing. It's Worth It - Belonging

A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE AND WORK!

Tamworth Regional Council proudly sits on Kamilaroi Country, the traditional lands of the Gomeroi people, with a large diverse workplace culture with over 650 employees who are proud to service our community. 

The Tamworth region is home to over 60,000 people and is a thriving economic and cultural hub in the North West of NSW. Our recently adopted plan for the future of the region, ‘Blueprint 100’, drives strategic vision for growth as a region, as we plan for how the city and the region will sustainably accommodate a population of 100,000 people.

Our people strive to build a great organisational culture fostering our shared values of Teamwork, Equity, Accountability, Customer Orientation and Health and Safety whilst embracing the drive for excellence, innovation and respect.

ABOUT OUR REGION

The Tamworth Regional is a fabulous place to call home boasting the vibrant regional city of Tamworth along with the towns of Manilla, Barraba, Nundle and Kootingal as well as 17 hamlets, villages and rural areas. Located just 4 hours’ drive (or a direct flight) to bustling Sydney and multiple coastal locations within 3-4 hours’ drive, Tamworth is a central hub and a place to enjoy all year round.

Tamworth offers an enviable lifestyle with all the conveniences and services you’d expect from a larger city, coupled with a relaxed pace of life with opportunities to enjoy all that nature has to offer, along with being a great place to raise children, make long term friends and create a professional career.

As the capital of the North West region, Tamworth is home to major health and education centres, affordable housing options to suit all lifestyles, attractive employment and business opportunities with a robust and innovative local economy. In addition, the Tamworth region boasts a proud sporting culture with world class facilities and a supporting community of clubs.

Tamworth Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to supporting a diverse, respectful, safe and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA+, people with disabilities and other diversity groups. If you require additional support or any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know during the application process.

Council is committed to promoting the care, protection and safeguarding of children. To learn more about our Commitment to Child Safety Statement and screening processes, click the link below.

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