Statutory Planning Officer – City of Kwinana
We have an exciting opportunity for a Statutory Planning Officer to join our dedicated team. In this role, you'll assess a diverse range of planning applications – from new developments and land uses to complex greenfield subdivisions – across residential, rural, commercial, and industrial areas. You'll also provide quality customer service and planning advice to internal and external customers. Along the way, you'll have the support and guidance of our senior planners, who are there to help you learn and grow.
With a variety of projects and strong professional development opportunities, this role is ideal for both experienced planners and recent graduates who are passionate about achieving better planning outcomes for people and places.
Salary and Classification
Band 7 ($91,667 - $100,522) under City of Kwinana's structured remuneration system.
Qualifications
Knowledge of WA town planning principles and approval processes.
Well-developed communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills.
Experience writing reports, undertaking research, and assessing plans.
Completed or completing a degree in Urban and Regional Planning (or equivalent).
Benefits
Premium Kwinana Recquatic Centre membership.
Competitive salary plus 13% superannuation.
Nine-day fortnight rostered day off.
Two days per week working from home.
Robust employee wellness program.
Generous celebration and recognition policy.
Career development, training opportunities and study support.
Application Process
To be considered for this position, applicants must submit a CV and a cover letter (maximum two pages) demonstrating their suitability by addressing the Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description. Applicants who do not currently meet all the Selection Criteria are still encouraged to apply.
For more information relating to the position please call Asha Logan, Coordinator Statutory Planning, on .
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EEO Statement
The City of Kwinana promotes and values diversity to create a unique workforce. Applicants from diverse backgrounds, such as Aboriginal people, people living with disability or people from different cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The City also strives to be a customer-centric organisation, with the customer at the centre of everything we do. Conditions of employment are in accordance with the City's current Industrial Agreement. For further information, please contact our Recruitment team on or .
Pre-employment medical, including a drug and alcohol screening, will be required.
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