Graduate Planning & Assessments Officer — Flexi-Time (North …, North Sydney Council

Ready to step up and work on complex, high impact development applications in one of Sydney’s most active LGAs? North Sydney Council is seeking a motivated, enthusiastic and capable Graduate Assessment Officer to join our Development Services team. North Sydney Council administers a vibrant and evolving local government area on Sydney’s lower North Shore. Our 400 employees support a community of 77,000 residents across a compact, high-profile LGA known for its harbour foreshore, strategic location, and significant development activity. This is an exciting opportunity for a recent graduate or early career professional to develop practical experience in development assessment, statutory planning and customer service within a supportive team environment. The roleWorking within the Assessments team, you will assist in the assessment and determination of development applications in accordance with relevant legislation, environmental planning instruments and Council policy. This role provides valuable exposure to a wide range of planning matters and offers ongoing mentoring and career development opportunities. Key responsibilities include
- Assessing development applications under the guidance of senior staff
- Preparing reports and correspondence relating to development applications
- Undertaking site inspections and investigations
- Providing accurate and responsive customer service to applicants and the community
- Assisting with pre lodgement enquiries
- Liaising with internal departments and external stakeholders
- Assisting with compliance, enforcement and other assessment related matters as required
- Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and team development opportunities You will work alongside experienced planning professionals in a collaborative and supportive environment focused on learning, capability development and high quality assessme Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3r37ws