Development Support Officer
Location: Tamworth, NSW
THE OPPORTUNITY
Supporting the Planning, Building and Development Engineering Teams
- Join a dynamic & multidisciplinary team
- Support growth and development of the community
- Provide high level support & operational efficiency
COULD THIS BE YOU?
As a Development Support Officer, you'll play a pivotal role in supporting the Planning, Building, and Development Engineering teams through a broad range of administrative and technical tasks. Your work will directly contribute to the smooth operation of development-related services, delivering a high standard of customer support, and helping implement system improvements to enhance our e-Planning solutions.
The Development Support Officer is responsible for:
- The delivery of professional and courteous customer service to external clients in relation to planning, building, engineering, and property matters, in consultation with technical officers.
- Support internal teams through accurate administration, property information management, and technical assistance.
- Contribute to the ongoing development and implementation of operational efficiencies across the Division.
- Assist in the management of online and electronic services, GIS systems, and development-related transactions.
- Maintain accurate records and help apply relevant legislation, standards, and local policies.
TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL NEED
Demonstrated capability, typically 3-5years, in the following areas:
- Applying relevant legislation, codes and standards, including:
- Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, 1979 and Local Government Act 1993
- Building Code of Australia, National Plumbing and Drainage Code
- Road naming and street numbering standards
- Understanding and assisting the Division’s operating environment including property information, electronic and on-line services, geographical information systems and receipt of development related payments
- Delivering exceptional customer service including applying conflict resolution strategies together with identifying, analysing and resolving problems
- Working effectively with others, developing work priorities and applying time management techniques
- Use of Microsoft Office programs
- Monitor and maintain a safe workplace
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:
- NSW Drivers Licence
- Certificate III in Business Administration or similar
DESIRABLE CRITERIA:
- Basic training in the Building Code of Australia, Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 and Property Information Systems/GIS
INTERESTED? WE LOOK FORWARD TO MEETING YOU!
For a confidential discussion, please contact Sam Lobsey, Manager - Development, on 0418 859 136.
Salary range: Grade 9 - $1,243.30 - $1,345.40 per week plus 12% superannuation for a 35 hour work week.
Salary may be negotiated based on skills, experience and your value to our organisation.
Flexible working arrangements will be considered by mutual agreement and according to operational requirements.
Shortlisted applicants will be required to undertake a Pre-employment Medical Screening including Alcohol & Other Drugs Testing.
Apply Now! Applications Close: 11.59pm Thursday, 13 November 2025
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WHY IS IT ‘WORTH’ WORKING AT TAMWORTH REGIONAL COUNCIL?
For your LIFESTYLE: More time in your day with flexibility for your passions, family or play! It's Worth It - Lifestyle
For our COMMUNITY: Help create Tamworth tomorrow, leave your mark on our city. It's Worth It - Community
For your CAREER: Boost your career, the sky is the limit. It's Worth It - Career
For BELONGING: Join a family that values team spirit and genuinely cares about your wellbeing. It's Worth It - Belonging
Our values guide our culture, shape how we work, and define what we stand for as an organisation – watch now to discover if you’re aligned with what drives us - Tamworth Regional Council - Our Values
A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE AND WORK!
Tamworth Regional Council proudly sits on Kamilaroi Country, the traditional lands of the Gomeroi people, with a large diverse workplace culture with over 650 employees who are proud to service our community.
The Tamworth region is home to over 60,000 people and is a thriving economic and cultural hub in the North West of NSW. Our recently adopted plan for the future of the region, ‘Blueprint 100’, drives strategic vision for growth as a region, as we plan for how the city and the region will sustainably accommodate a population of 100,000 people.
Our people strive to build a great organisational culture fostering our shared values of Teamwork, Equity, Accountability, Customer Orientation and Health and Safety whilst embracing the drive for excellence, innovation and respect.
ABOUT OUR REGION
The Tamworth Regional is a fabulous place to call home boasting the vibrant regional city of Tamworth along with the towns of Manilla, Barraba, Nundle and Kootingal as well as 17 hamlets, villages and rural areas. Located just 4 hours’ drive (or a direct flight) to bustling Sydney and multiple coastal locations within 3-4 hours’ drive, Tamworth is a central hub and a place to enjoy all year round.
Tamworth offers an enviable lifestyle with all the conveniences and services you’d expect from a larger city, coupled with a relaxed pace of life with opportunities to enjoy all that nature has to offer, along with being a great place to raise children, make long term friends and create a professional career.
As the capital of the North West region, Tamworth is home to major health and education centres, affordable housing options to suit all lifestyles, attractive employment and business opportunities with a robust and innovative local economy. In addition, the Tamworth region boasts a proud sporting culture with world class facilities and a supporting community of clubs.
Tamworth Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to supporting a diverse, respectful, safe and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA+, people with disabilities and other diversity groups. If you require additional support or any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know during the application process.
Council is committed to promoting the care, protection and safeguarding of children. To learn more about our Commitment to Child Safety Statement and screening processes, click the link below.
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