Para Planner

$78886 per annum super benefits
Permanent Full-Time
Development Assessment Regional Growth and Development
Bundaberg Region

About Us

At Bundaberg Regional Council we are dedicated to building a vibrant and sustainable future for our community. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where individuals from diverse backgrounds and skill sets can thrive. Whether delivering essential services or driving innovative projects our team is united by a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact. By joining us youll become part of an organisation that values your contributions supports your growth and empowers you to help shape a better future for everyone.

Uniquely positioned north of Brisbane in Queensland Australia the Bundaberg Region is one of Australias fastest-growing regional cities and the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef. The Bundaberg Region boasts the most equitable climate in Australia and rates fifth in the world alongside Hawaii. Noted for its environmental excellence pristine waterways and proximity to the Great Barrier Reef the Bundaberg Region showcases everything that natures palette can create.

What We Offer

• An attractive remuneration package with options for salary sacrifice and 17.5% leave loading
• 9-day fortnight roster
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Uniform Allowance
• Wellbeing and mental health support programs including access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities for professional development training and study assistance to support your career growth
• Thrive in a workplace that prioritises a healthy work-life balance within a supportive and friendly team
• Be part of an inclusive and diverse culture where every team member is valued

Discover more about working at Bundaberg Regional Council and the benefits we offer our employees by clickinghere.

About The Opportunity

The focus of this position is to provide planning advice and assessment of the impacts of a range of development matters within the Region to ensure that development reflects Councils desired objectives and standards whilst also ensuring that land use and development meet statutory requirements and community expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide advice to prospective developers consultants internal stakeholders and the public on a range of planning land use and development matters and to assess the impacts of development activities within the Region including handling of public enquiries.
• Timely assessment of low complexity development applications to meet statutory requirements council timeframes and policy documents.
• Consideration preparation and authorisation of assigned professional planning reports and documents within statutory and Council timeframes within the limits of delegated authority;development compliance assistance and approving plans of subdivision within time frames set by Council.
• Accurate actioning of correspondence relating to Planning matters in a timely manner.
• Assist with and/or undertake as necessary the processing of plans of subdivision.
• Actively participate in the preparation of statutory and strategic planning instruments as required.
• Preparation of Planning and Development Certificates and Property Search investigations

Inspection of completed works to ensure compliance with Development conditions including

About You

To be successful in this role you will need to demonstrate the following key selection criteria:

Mandatory:

• Current Drivers Licence.
• Previous experience in a Queensland Local Government.
• The ability to interpret and apply legislation with demonstrated experience in doing so.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated computer skills including experience using geographical information systems (GIS) such as GTX.

Desired:

• A qualification in or willingness to undertake a Diploma of Local Government (Planning) or a higher degree recognised by the Planning Institute of Australia /or currently studying towards one.
• Experience in Local Government Town Planning or Development Assessment department or equivalent.
• Membership of the Planning Institute of Australia.

To view the Position Description for this role please click here.

The Selection Process

We encourage candidates to advise us of any accommodations they may need to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience throughout our recruitment process and work environment. We are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

We celebrate our communitys rich diversity and are committed to attracting and employing people that represent the community that we serve. We recognise and appreciate the diversity of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive and safe working environment where all employees are valued respected and supported to achieve their potential.

The preferred candidate will be required to undergo aNational Police Checkas part of the recruitment process.

How to Apply

To apply submit your application online by clicking the Apply button. Please include:

1. A current resume
2. A cover letter addressing the About You section (max. 2 pages).

For enquiries please contact or. Please quote job reference BDBRC1439.

Applications close on Wednesday 26 November 2025 at 11:59 pm AEST.

Applications that do not meet the above requirements may not be shortlisted. The advertisement will be closed either when a successful applicant is identified or on the application close date whichever is sooner.

Thank you for your interest in this position. To explore all our current opportunities visit ourCareers with Council webpage. We look forward to receiving your application.