Statutory Planner
Core
Process and assess planning applications, enforce planning permits, and provide specialist planning services for the Moonee Valley City Council.
Role type
Statutory Planner (Planning Enforcement & Subdivision Control)
Builds
Planning decisions, enforcement actions, and subdivision approvals for the local council area.
Domain
Local Government / Urban Planning
Required skills
Planning application assessment, statutory investigation, enforcement actions, legal proceedings preparation, public liaison, report writing, policy interpretation
Preferred skills
Sustainable Development Design assessment, Water Sensitive Urban Design (WSUD), Environmentally Sustainable Design (ESD)
Technologies
Planning and Environment Act 1987, Subdivision Act 1988, Moonee Valley Planning Scheme
Responsibilities
Process and assess planning applications in accordance with the Planning Scheme and relevant Acts; confer with applicants, objectors, and agencies to resolve planning issues; ensure compliance through inspections and investigations; prepare evidence for legal proceedings at VCAT or Magistrates Court; issue enforcement notices for breaches; respond to public enquiries regarding land use and development requirements.
Seniority
Mid-level professional (Band 6)