This is a Development Enquiries Officer role with Fraser Coast Regional Council based in Hervey Bay, QLD, AU Fraser Coast Regional Council Role Seniority - mid level More about the Development Enquiries Officer role at Fraser Coast Regional Council Development Permanent Full Time Hervey Bay Stream A Level 3 - $80,043 plus superannuation 9-day fortnight At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together. What We Are Looking For We’re seeking a Development Enquiries Officer to join our dedicated Development team. This is a busy and rewarding role where you’ll play a key part in delivering high-quality planning and development advice to our customers. What Your Day Will Look Like Acting as first point of contact for customers and providing advice relating to Council’s Planning Scheme, planning policies, the Planning Act 2016 Accepting and inputting applications including checking information and calculating fees Performing administrative duties to ensure the team runs efficiently Maintaining self help tools including the website and information sheets Please click here to view a Position Description for a full outline of the position. What You’ll Need For Success Current QLD Class C Driver's Licence 2 years relevant experience Proven knowledge and demonstrated skills in interpreting and applying legislation relevant to planning and development. What’s Nice To Have Degree or enrolment in a tertiary qualification in town planning that is recognised by the Planning Institute of Australia (PIA) We understand that not all candidates will meet every selection criterion. If you have the right approach and the ability to contribute effectively, we welcome your application. Benefits Of Working With Council Committed to providing quality services to our community, we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture, recognising your individual skills, knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program, Boss to Coach. We also create innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022, as well as winning the LGMA 2023 Excellence in Innovation award. Click here to review our Employee Value Proposition. What We Offer Values based culture Employee discount shopping program Professional development Flexible working arrangements including work from home Study assistance program Novated leasing 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program Paid maternity and paternity leave Paid emergency services leave Uniform subsidy Years of service rewards Apply Now Applications close 11pm on Thursday 27 November 2025 - subject to change pending qualified applications received. A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, and a current resume is required. For further details please contact Phoebe Ottoway, Development Services Business Coordinator at Phoebe.Ottaway@frasercoast.qld.gov.au Fraser Coast Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Fraser Coast Regional Council team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Acting as first point of contact Accepting and inputting applications ️ Maintaining self-help tools Key Strengths Current QLD Class C Driver's Licence 2 years relevant experience Proven knowledge in interpreting legislation Degree or enrolment in town planning A Final Note: This is a role with Fraser Coast Regional Council not with Hatch.
