Job Reference: req65
Employment type: Permanent
Applications close:12 November 2026
- Be Challenged | Grow Within a Great Team Culture
- Para Urban Planning with a Customer Service blend
- $93,358.55 + Super + Exceptional Benefits
From the foothills to the coast, our city's reach boasts one of thelargest in South Australia.
Bringing together a diverse and vibrant mix of people and cultures,thriving and innovative businesses and millions of visitors every year, theCity of Marion is like no other.
As one of the biggest metropolitan councils in South Australia ourmultiple operating sites and services provide a quality environment to work,live and play.
Each yearour busy and dedicated team of Urban Planning and Development Specialistsassess and approve approximately 2,000 development applications. These consistof a mixture of low to high density residential, commercial, industrial andcommunity uses.
We are looking toappoint a Para Urban Planner who is customer service orientated and has a desireto contribute and grow in a busy Urban Planning and Development team thatprides itself on a good working environment.
Reporting to the Team Leader Urban Planningthe Para Urban Planner has the following accountabilities.
- Provide front line customer service in the provision of in person queries and responding to telephone and electronic customer enquiries relating to development assessment matters, development potential, enforcement and planning policy.
- Identify different forms of development applications and progress them through the assessment process.
- Manage records and documentation in accordance with Council's Records Management procedures and practices.
- Provide advice, under the guidance of more senior staff to support applicants, architects, developers and the public to achieve positive development outcomes while analysing and interpreting relevant documentation, plans and legislative requirements.
- Respond to requests from elected members and other business units in relation to planning, development potential, enforcement, planning policy and general information and advice.
We are seeking applications fromcustomer centric, committed, team orientated planning related professionalsthat enjoy being challenged in a dynamic, positive work setting.
Preferably you will have a degree inUrban and Regional Planning ordemonstrated relevant experience.
In thisposition you will work with subject matter experts that will furtherly mentorand coach you in your development assessment capabilities with increasingvariety and complexity.
Your customer serviceskills may have been sharpened with prior experience in dealing with thepublic, elected members, developers, consultants, and representatives of otherorganisations in town planning matters, or you may have interpersonal andcustomer service skills gained elsewhere.
You will possess strongwritten and verbal communication skills together with the ability to analyseand interpret plans, drawings, technical documentation and relevantlegislation.
This is a great permanentposition with a great team culture in one of South Australia's largest andmostprogressive councils that is actively focussed on great community outcomes andgrowing staff from within.
Candidates that may have experiencewith other councils, or those from other industry sectors, can take advantageof a wide range of benefits not easily found with other employers.
ExceptionalEntitlements
- Annual Salary Increases Per our Enterprise Agreement
- Working Four Out of Five Years (An employee may seek approval to work 4 years at 80% normal salary and take the 5th year as paid leave).
- Annual Leave Loading
- Annual Leave at Half Pay Option (To extend period of leave)
- Ability to Purchase Annual Leave
- Flexible Parental Leave Entitlements
- Payment of Appropriate Professional Membership Fees
- Highly Affordable Income Protection
City of MarionWell-Being Programs
- 24/7 professional, independent, and confidential counselling
- Healthy Lifestyle Programs such as Health assessments, Skin cancer screening; and Body trim programs
- Employee Immunisation Program
- Quit Smoking Program
Note:
The successful candidate must hold a current valid SA Drivers Licence, theability to climb ladders and work at heights (for site inspection), occasionalout of hours attendance and regular attendance at Council Assessment Panelmeetings (maximum 2 per month) is desired for this position.
Confidential enquiries can be made to the Team Leader Urban Planning ,Katherine Thrussell at katherine.thrussell@marion.sa.gov.au or on (08) 83756600.
Position description - 1203 - Para Urban Planner - May 2026.pdf
The City of Marion encouragesapplications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people withdisabilities, people who are LGBTQIA+, and people who are culturally andlinguistically diverse.
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Para Urban Planner employer: Marion
At the City of Marion, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive and flexible work environment, perfect for those seeking a meaningful career in public service. With generous benefits such as 7 weeks of leave annually, annual salary increases, and access to health and wellbeing initiatives, we prioritise the wellbeing of our employees while encouraging professional growth and collaboration across teams. Join us in making a positive impact in our community, where your contributions are valued and celebrated.
