Join a progressive Council just 15mins from the Hobart CBD.We’re offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced planning professional to join our passionate and forward-thinking Statutory Planning team at Glenorchy City Council.This full-time role is ideally suited to a capable Senior Planning Officer ready to take the lead on more complex planning matters. However, we also welcome applications from suitably qualified Planning Officers looking to further develop their expertise in a supportive environment. The Senior Planning Officer is a new position created to manage more complex planning tasks within the team.At Glenorchy City Council, you'll be exposed to a diverse and growing municipality, encompassing a mix of industrial, commercial, and residential development. You’ll play a key role in shaping the future of the region by assessing a broad range of private, community, and public sector planning proposals.As the successful applicant, you’ll be part of a motivated team of innovative professionals focused on delivering quality planning outcomes.What’s in it for you?Glenorchy City Council is an Employer of Choicediverse and engaging planning work9-day fortnight (RDO) and flexible working arrangements15% Superannuationa motivated team that supports each other, values innovation and has a bit of fun along the wayongoing training and career developmentthe chance to meaningfully contribute to community projectsaccess to a range of employee wellbeing initiatives including EAPrelocation assistance is available for the right candidateonly 15 minutes from the CBD – but with free parkingAbout the role:This newly created position will give you the opportunity to:lead and assess a wide range of planning applicationsapply your expertise in statutory planning and report writingwork collaboratively to deliver high-quality planning outcomesas the Senior Planning Officer, assist and mentor other team members as neededas a Planning Officer, build your career through exposure to diverse planning mattersWhat you’ll bring to the role:tertiary qualification in land use planning or a related field (e.g. environmental design, architecture, or geography)sound understanding of Tasmania’s planning system and statutory planning processes.demonstrated experience in handling complex planning mattersconfidence working with a range of stakeholders to get great outcomes for our communityPosition details:full-time (76 hours fortnight).9-day fortnight because life happens outside of work too.flexible work arrangementslocated just 15 minutes from the Hobart CBDGlenorchy City Council's Enterprise Agreement 2025Salary: $98,325.00 - $113,850.00Our commitment to communityCouncil is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve. We are also committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people and have zero tolerance to child abuse and harm. Our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy, outlines our commitment – view it here.How to apply:To be considered, applications must be submitted via this site or on the Glenorchy City Council Careers page.Your application must include:a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria in the Position Descriptiona current resumePre-employment checks including a national Police check, health assessment and reference checks will be requested and organised by Council prior to finalising employment.Applications close at 8pm on Sunday, 24 Aug 2025Up for a chat about this opportunity, contact Helen Ayers, Lead Statutory Planner on (03) 6216 6800.Come and join Glenorchy City Council – where you and your ideas matter. Apply today!Position Description - Planning OfficerPosition Description - Senior Planning Officer AUDGlenorchy7010