National Planning and Community Engagement Manager

About the Role: 
 

Join our team as the National Planning and Engagement Manager, overseeing all town planning activities across SAED (Site, Acquisition, Environment, and Design) shared services. Reporting to the National SAED Manager, you will be the planning subject matter expert, leading a team of professionals and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and regulations. This role offers the flexibility to be based in any major city in Australia.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a dispersed team of planning professionals.
• Serve as the town planning SME for all requirements and matters.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Manage resources and work allocation efficiently.
• Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships.
• Oversee site selection and planning approvals.
• Prepare development applications and manage community engagement.
• Provide planning advice and stay updated on industry changes.
• Maintain accurate reporting systems.
• Conduct planning audits and manage quality plans.

About You:
 

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in environmental planning within a mobile carrier, infrastructure provider, or SAED service provider.
• Strong knowledge of state planning legislation and the Telecommunications Act.
• Postgraduate qualifications in Town Planning or a related field.
• Preferably a member of the Planning Institute of Australia / Certified Practising Planner (CPP).
• Experience in managing a geographically dispersed team.
• Skilled in facilitating knowledge sharing and best practices.
• Experience in community engagement activities.

Benefits:
 

• Discounts on health insurance, banking, flights, accommodation, car hire, and leasing.
• Flexible, supportive, and inclusive work environment.
• Commitment to career development and growth.
• Focus on safety and well-being of our people.
• Celebrating diversity and providing equal opportunities for all backgrounds.

Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, Māori and Pasifika people, LGTBQI+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.
 

Position Reference Number: 162681
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