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Assistant Planning Officer

GraduateJuniorFull-timeHybridParramatta NSW 2150, AustraliaPosted 2 weeks agoVerified 2 days ago
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About the job

The Assistant Planning Officer plays a vital role in the Planning and Assessment Team at Homes NSW, focusing on delivering social and affordable housing while addressing homelessness. This job is all about providing expert planning advice to ensure the development of housing assets meets the needs of current and future tenants. The team thrives on collaboration and is committed to achieving milestones together, making a real difference in the community.

You'll be responsible for

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Providing technical planning advice

Assisting in delivering accurate and timely planning advice to stakeholders, ensuring compliance with legislative requirements.
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Preparing planning assessment reports

Assisting in the preparation and review of planning reports to meet legislative and policy standards.
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Managing planning approvals

Assisting in the management of planning approvals and rezonings for the Housing Portfolio.

Key criteria

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Knowledge of planning legislation

Understanding of relevant environmental and planning laws.

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Tertiary qualifications in planning

Recently completed degree in urban or regional planning.

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Current NSW driver's licence

Valid licence for local and regional travel requirements.

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5 criteria for this job
Knowledge of planning legislation
Understanding of relevant environmental and planning laws.

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Tertiary qualifications in planning
Recently completed degree in urban or regional planning.

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Current NSW driver's licence
Valid licence for local and regional travel requirements.

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Stakeholder engagement experience
Demonstrated ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.

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Planning assessment skills
Experience preparing and reviewing planning assessment reports.

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