• Job Description

  Req#: req1883
  • Are you currently enrolled or eligible for enrolment in approved tertiary studies relating to urban and regional planning, development studies or related discipline?
  • Launch your career with a cadetship at Port Stephens Council (PSC)
  • We’ll support you at every stage of your career
  • Commencing in January 2024!

  The Perfect Opportunity
  Take control of your future and achieve your professional ambitions by launching your career with PSC!

  If you’re currently enrolled or eligible for enrolment in approved tertiary town planning studies or a related discipline, the Planning Cadetship is the ideal opportunity for the right candidate to take the first steps to a successful and fulfilling career with a recognised industry leader. Combine your university studies in town planning with work experience to build the perfect foundation for your career, all while receiving professional and financial support in a paid role.
  
  You’ll work alongside industry leaders who are truly experts in their field and passionate about their work. As a result, you’ll develop the skills to provide professional town planning services to both Council and the community.
  You’ll assess a diverse range of exciting development proposals and provide town planning and development advice to a range of stakeholders.

  Find out more about your new career here !

  Your Team
  The Planning and Developer Relations team embodies a culture of collaboration among high-achieving individuals. Thriving in an agile environment, we embrace change and innovation as the standard. Our enthusiasm lies in exploration and experimentation, and we have lots of fun along the way.

  Why our employees love PSC?
  When you join PSC, you’ll be joining an organisation who truly believes that one size doesn’t fit all. We embrace the level of difference that each of our employees bring with them and offer working arrangements that allow you to focus on the things you consider most important to you outside of your career throughout all stages of your life!
  
  We live our values, are encouraged to express our ideas, place value on our personal and professional development, and come together to share ideas that will in turn enhance the wellbeing of our community.

  Enough about us, we want to hear about you! So tell us about…

  • Why we need you - What makes you the best candidate for the role?
  • Outline your previous studies or experiences and tell us how you’ll successfully complete the degree part-time while working full-time.

  Please note: Only the criteria above needs to be addressed in the application, however you’ll be assessed against the full list of Essential Criteria located within the Position Description. In addition, you will need to upload copies of your academic transcripts with results and academic certificates.

  We want you to love PSC as much as we do, so here’s a taste of some of the perks you can expect:

  • Total remuneration package range: $52,346 -to $75,275 pa (T4 – T10) based on a 35 hour week (includes 11% superannuation + retention allowance )
  • Full payment of university fees for all subjects you pass
  • Study leave to complete course requirements in accordance with PSC Apprentice, Trainee, Cadet Guide
    The opportunity to participate in networking events where you can socialise with PSC's Apprentices, Cadets and Trainees in order to develop your own professional and social networks
  • A wellbeing program, including gym discounts and fitness incentives
  • Mentoring in the workplace
  • Free parking on site and a convenient local shopping centre
  • Coffee and food to keep you sustained at our on-site café
  • And lots more…

  Ready to change your outlook and kick start your career at PSC?

  • Find out more about PSC’s cadet program, by joining our information event at Council’s Administration Building on Wednesday 13 September 2023 @ 5:30pm.
    
    You’ll find out what a day in the life of an apprentice looks like and how you can submit your best application. Learn more about the event here
  • These opportunities don’t come up often… apply by midnight, 2 October 2023.
  • For further information on the role, please contact Julian Honeywill, Learning & Development Specialist on 02 4988 0123 for a confidential discussion.
  • We never discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or marital, veteran, or disability status.
  • We’re a 2023 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.
  • We’ve partnered with the Veterans Employment Program to support veterans finding suitable, sustainable and meaningful employment.
  • Port Stephens Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and supports children and young people having safe and welcoming experience in our community, accessing our facilities and in our care.
  • In 2022, Port Stephens Council was named the 2022 LGEA Active Super Employer of Choice.

  The Port Stephens Region
  Port Stephens is an integral part of the Hunter region and boasts some of the country’s most pristine coastline. Located 2.5 hours from Sydney and within an hour of Newcastle and Hunter Valley vineyards, Port Stephens offers a wonderfully balanced lifestyle. There's so much on offer including beautiful beaches, stunning sand dunes, coastal walks, national parks and pristine waters. The region is economically strong with a carefree, laid-back lifestyle.
  
  Covering an area of close to 900 square kilometers and populated by over 75,000 people, the Worimi people are the traditional owners of Port Stephens.
  

• About the company

  Welcome to the Port Stephens region an easy 2.5 hours drive from Sydney. Book your accommodation and tours with the official Port Stephens Tourism website. Stay and play in Nelson Bay, Shoal Bay, Fingal Bay, Anna Bay, Salamander Bay, Soldiers Point, C...

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