Administration/Technical Officer

Job description

About the role In this dynamic and high-volume role, you will be the backbone of the Statutory Planning team, using your administration expertise to manage multiple tasks, coordinate applications and ensure information is accurate and up to date. You’ll support planners by gathering details, tracking progress, and helping the team meet deadlines — all while learning about the planning and development process and contributing to meaningful outcomes for the community. Work type: Permanent Full Time: Classification: Band 4, $73,796 pa plus super Key responsibilities include: - Support planners by coordinating planning permits, processing application documentation and assisting with enquiries. - Be the initial contact for enquiries — gathering the right details, investigating the enquiry and finding the correct response. - Prepare clear, professional correspondence and maintain accurate records across multiple systems. - Manage a high-volume workload, balancing phone calls, administration and team priorities. - Liaise with internal departments, external authorities, developers and the community to ensure deadlines are met. - Contribute to improving processes and systems that support a...