Technical Officer II - Pool (Ministry of Local Government)

The position provides technical advice and assistance in relation to re-zoning applications. 

Key Responsibilities

The position will achieve its purpose through the following:

1. Ensure valid documents are submitted together with application (use of checklist, check against Town Planning Regulations, Advisory in the absence of immediate supervisor);

2. Process all applications on the advice of immediate supervisor;

3. Record all work in progress on application minute sheets;

4. Prepare approved Survey maps & Town Planning Scheme Extracts;

5. Attend to enquiries relating to rezoning applications on counter and through telephone and email communications;

6. Provide advice to stakeholders (applicants, consultants, developers &the general public);

7. Support the Town Planner’s & Senior Town Planner’s in project administration duties managed by the forward Planning section; and

Knowledge & Experience

1. At least 4 to 5 years’ experience in development control, zoning, urban or town planning;
2. 2. Relevant knowledge of the principles, concepts and practices of municipal zoning, strategic planning, land use planning, urban design and urban environment, principals and practices of planning, design and development; and
3. 3. Some knowledge of strategic urban planning, local area planning, infrastructure planning and policy formulation.

Skills & Abilities

1. 1. Demonstrated ability to provide effective and competent town planning and subdivision technical analysis and advice;
2. 2. Suitable communication skills and the ability to tactfully deal with employees within the required legislative and policy framework;
3. 3. Ability to follow instructions and meet set timeframes, in particular with report writing and planning activities;
4. 4. Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively within a team environment;
5. 5. Excellent analytical skills and ability to scrutinize reports;
6. 6. Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality at all times;
7. 7. Capacity to utilize computer programs to support the operations of complex organization; and 8. Service oriented approach with a commitment to supporting the operational/corporate environment of the organization.

Additional Information

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

Performance will be measured through the following indicators:

1. Ensure that the Departments deliverables are met in accordance with the SOP for assessment of development applications within the timelines specified."

2. "Monthly, quarterly and yearly statistics are compiled and submitted to the Director through the Section Head within prescribed timelines".

3. "Assigned Planning reports and projects specified in Departments Yearly business plan shall be completed within specified timelines.

4. All rezoning applications are assessed and meet the timelines and that is within the agreed timeframe aligned.

The Ministry of Local Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Late applications will not be accepted 

Contact Information

For further enquiries please contact HR Team on 9906 547