Coordinator Planning and Place Administration
Job Task Analysis - City Development Leadership
- Join us in making a difference for the built environment community
- Full time permanent
- Hybrid and other flexible working options available
- $100,968 - $110,162 per annum (dependent on experience) plus superannuation
- Location: Cheltenham
The role will coordinate a team of approximately eight full-time equivalent roles positions, working alongside the Team Leader Planning and Place Administration. The role supports the City Development Department, Municipal Building Surveyors Department and City Strategy Departments.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, positive and highly motivated and organised person to join our team. In this role you are responsible for the supervision, coordination and mentoring of administrative functions for the Planning and Place Administration Team, to support the City Development, Municipal Building Surveyors and City Strategy Departments.
- Plan, prioritise and allocate work across the Planning and Place Administration Team to meet deadlines and respond to changing demands
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Monitor and manage task allocation through rostering systems and daily workflow coordination
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Provide guidance and oversight to ensure compliance with policies, processes, and instructions
- Coordinate and deliver required State Government reporting in accordance with statutory timeframes and quality standards
- Knowledge of relevant lesgistlation, such as;
- Planning and Environment Act 1987
- Subdivision Act 1988
- Building Act 1993 and Building Regulations 2006 and any relevant regulation would be an advantage
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Strong written and verbal communication skills to support clear information exchange and documentation
- Ability to energise, motivate and nurture positive team culture
- A recognised Degree or Diploma in Business Management or Administration is required with some relevant experience
The right candidate will be able to demonstrate the City of Kingston’s values of
We make a difference ǀ We show care and respect ǀ We take pride in our work ǀ We are better together
Don’t meet every single requirement for this role? At Kingston Council, we recognise that different experiences make for great community outcomes. If you are excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t perfectly align to the criteria we encourage you to submit your application.
To learn more about this role, please view the full Position Description on our Careers website
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role. To apply, please click the ‘Apply’ button.
All applications must be submitted online through our careers portal. Please note that we do not accept applications or inquiries from recruitment agencies
Enquiries:
For any enquiries about the position, please contact, Heidi Heath, Team Leader Planning and Place Administration at heidi.heath@kingston.vic.gov.au
To be considered for this role, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.
For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Hiring Manager or email us at peopleandculture@kingston.vic.gov.au
About Kingston
Kingston Council’s collective focus is on delivering exceptional service that achieves our vision and meets community expectations.
We are an inclusive, resilient community with a thriving economy, where we all share a safe, sustainable environment. The City of Kingston is south-east of Melbourne and is approximately 20km from Melbourne's CBD. We employ over 1,600 people in a diverse range of roles including engineering, customer service, administration, finance, family, youth and children's services, sport and recreation, health, parks and gardens, planning, arts and management.
Why you’ll love working for us?
At Kingston Council, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We support diversity and encourage applications from persons of all backgrounds. Here are some reasons why you might love working with us:
- Hybrid work options – average 2 days working from home (or pro rata)
- Flexible Work Options, including remote and work flexible work hours
- Yearly annual leave loading payment of 17.5% of base salary (excludes casual staff, sessional staff and Senior Officers)
- Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs
- Access to accrued day off every four weeks (Full time employees only)
- Salary Packaging
- Purchase leave options
- Career development opportunities,
- Study/development assistance
- Discounted gym memberships
- 16 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and partner carers
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
- Social club events
- Close to Public transport
- Free Onsite parking
For further information visit our website Join our team - City of Kingston
Kingston City Council is an equal opportunity employer, committed to reconciliation and being a child safe organisation.
We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing people of all genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages.
Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. We support adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment.
