Planning and Assessment Officer

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Planning and Assessment Officer to join a prominent Western Australian Government department for a 6 month contract. This role is pivotal in ensuring that development applications and referrals align with state transport standards, directly impacting the safety and efficiency of WA’s road networks.

The Role

Working within a collaborative team, you will be responsible for assessing a variety of applications and referrals submitted by direct applicants and key stakeholders.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Assessment & Review: Evaluating planning applications and referrals against established departmental policies.

• Stakeholder Liaison: Acting as a point of contact for general planning enquiries from the public and government bodies.

• Technical Research: Utilizing a range of internal systems and databases to conduct thorough research...