Looking for your next opportunity in local government planning? We’re partnering with a well-regarded council in Melbourne’s East to find a Statutory Planner who can step in and make an immediate impact. This is a fantastic short-term opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced council environment and is confident managing a busy caseload from day one. About the role: You’ll be joining a supportive and collaborative planning team, taking ownership of planning applications and seeing them through efficiently. This is a hands-on role where your ability to work independently and hit the ground running will be highly valued. Key Responsibilities: Process planning permit applications, amendments, approvals and extensions Prepare and present submissions to VCAT Respond to phone, counter and written planning enquiries Provide clear advice to internal stakeholders and the community Support management with briefings, meetings and departmental priorities Contribute to continuous improvement across statutory planning processes Assist with administrative tasks, including maintaining accurate records and files About you: Proven experience in statutory planning within local government Confident working autonomously and managing competing priorities Strong communication skills, both written and verbal Comfortable in a customer-facing environment If you’re available for an immediate start and keen to contribute your expertise in a dynamic council setting, we’d love to hear from you.