Planning Assessment Officer

Company: Planning Institute Australia
Location: Washington
Posted on: October 10, 2024

Job Description:

People and businesses rely on our roads to get to work, home, and around Western Australia.As the WA State Government Agency responsible for safely managing the State's road network, Main Roads Western Australia is committed to connecting people and places by delivering integrated and intelligent transport systems and services, providing safer roads and better journeys for our customers.With a rich history dating back to 1926 and an exciting future ahead, Main Roads is not just about roads. It's also about people. Our services are delivered through the dedicated efforts of our talented, passionate, and dynamic employees, who are located in regional and metropolitan offices throughout the State.Whatever stage of your career, we are dedicated to helping you reach your potential, both professionally and personally, so that together we can achieve ours.The OpportunityWe are seeking an organised, passionate and self-motivated professional with experience in transport planning, to join the Road Access and Planning team based in the Don Aitken Centre, East Perth. This role requires the ability to interpret and apply planning legislation and standards, and whilst not essential, a degree in urban planning, engineering or other relevant discipline is desirable.This position is responsible for providing specialist technical advice and guidance on a range of transport planning issues. This role would suit an experienced professional who thrives in a challenging and diverse work environment which is undergoing transformational change. This role is responsible for undertaking the assessment and review of planning referrals for development applications, subdivision applications, structure plans, and planning schemes. Knowledge and experience in interpreting and applying legislation, policies, procedures, and standards specific to transport planning is desirable.The successful candidate will possess the following attributes:

• Strong interpersonal and excellent communication skills,
• Ability to negotiate with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders,
• Proficiency in achieving balanced planning outcomes,
• Ability to work in a team environment.This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career by joining an innovative team within Main Roads. Our environment encourages people to improve business practices and actively contribute to the strategic direction of Main Roads Western Australia.If you are experienced in planning and this sounds like you - we would love to hear from you!What We OfferAt Main Roads, you can have a challenging, flexible, and rewarding career that takes you exactly where you want to go with an organisation that supports a healthy work-life balance to help with what is important to you.In addition to our competitive salary and 11.5% superannuation, some of the benefits of working with Main Roads include:
  • Attractive leave provisions
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Health and well-being focusFind Out MoreFor questions about the role, please contact Anne Walsh on (08) 9323 4355 - not to be contacted for assistance with application.Once you are ready, click the 'apply' button. Allow plenty of time to submit your application as late and/or incomplete applications will not be considered.Please submit the following as part of your application:
    • A copy of your current Western Australian 'C' Class (car) motor vehicle drivers' licence or an approved equivalent.
    • If applicable to you, a Diploma in Civil or Structural Engineering, or Planning, and/or other related discipline.
    • A detailed CV demonstrating your skills and abilities within the context of the Job Role Statement.
    • A statement addressing the following three (3) criteria on no more than three (3) pages:Your considerable skill, knowledge, and experience in:
      • Building and enhancing stakeholder relationships
      • Knowledge of statutory planning assessment processes
      • Highly developed critical thinking, research, and problem-solving skills.Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplaceAs an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to attracting and retaining a culturally diverse workforce and in line with our commitment to improving diversity, we strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities to apply.If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process, please contact Katrina Sephton on (08) 9323 6133 or email hrjobs@mainroads.wa.gov.au.Additional InformationAll selection criteria listed in the Job Role Statement will be tested throughout the selection process.Applicants are required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire and National Police Clearance prior to appointment as part of this recruitment process.Applicants deemed suitable for but not appointed to this role may also be considered for appointment to "similar vacancies" within Main Roads subject to business requirements.To help us find the best candidate, we may undertake an executive search.
        • $99,458 to $116,364 MRWA EBA plus 11.5% super
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