Planning Support Officer
Job No:
0260726
Location:
Kingston
Position: Planning Support Officer
Position Number: 000026
Department: Development Services
Employment Status: Ongoing full-time,
Location: Kingston, Civic Centre
Salary: $70,318 - $75,164 + 12.5% superannuation
About this position:
We are seeking a well organised and enthusiastic administration professional to join Council’s statutory planning team. If you thrive in a busy team environment, and can work on multiple tasks and to tight deadlines then this is a great role for you.
The role includes providing an effective and efficient administrative system for the processing and advertising of planning applications, scheme amendments and other related matters. You will be responsible for the preparation of correspondence, database and electronic file maintenance, researching property certificates, maintaining information relevant to the Department on Council’s website and intranet, and response to customer enquiries. You will require strong organisational skills, exceptional attention to detail, as well as high-level computer skills in using Microsoft Office software, records management systems and Geographic Information Systems
As the successful applicant, you will have:
- Experience in providing technical and/or administrative support
- Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to prioritise competing deadlines
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- The ability to work autonomously and as a supportive member of a small team
- Excellent written skills and the ability to prepare routine correspondence
- Competent computer skills using MS Office software, records management systems and Geographic Information Systems, or the ability to attain these skills in a short period of time
Further details:
The role is full time with a salary in the range of $70, 318 - $75,164 per annum, depending on relevant skills and experience plus 12.5% employer superannuation contribution.
For more information, please contact Emma Carson, Senior Planning Support Officer on (03) 6211 8200.
How to apply:
- Before you begin, please ensure you have read the Position Description which includes the Key Selection Criteria. Please see our Applicant’s Guide to further assist you with applying.
- Ensure you have copies of the following to submit with your application:
- a short covering letter to introduce yourself and outline the reasons you are applying for the position, and
- a current resume that includes relevant information such as details of your work history, qualifications and any other training or development programs.
- You must address the selection criteria in the online application form.
- Applications must be submitted by using the online form on Council’s website. You can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your completed application.
- Employment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks, which may include the following:
- National Police check,
- Right to Work in Australia check,
- reference checks,
- health assessment including drug and alcohol testing,
Applications close on Sunday 9 August 2026.
The Child and Youth Safe Organisations Framework is in place across Kingborough Council, safeguarding children and young people accessing our services and facilities. Your commitment to this framework is essential to improving the way we work with vulnerable people, by implementing strategies and actions to promote child safety and wellbeing and prevent harm to children and young people. Kingborough Council incorporates Tasmania’s Child and Youth Safe Standards in its recruitment process, ensuring the safety and well-being of children and young people in our community.
